2007 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | RDX | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |