2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | C | RDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
