2007 Acura RDX vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | RDX | Rodius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |