2007 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
