2007 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RDX | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |