2007 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RDX | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2875 mm |
