2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RDX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
