2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RDX 2008 Hyundai Terracan
Make Acura Hyundai
Model RDX Terracan
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2300 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 0 HP
Torque 353 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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