2007 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RDX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
