2007 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 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), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RDX | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |