2007 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RDX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
