2007 Acura RDX vs. 2012 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz.

Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RDX 2012 Honda Jazz
Make Acura Honda
Model RDX Jazz
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm