2008 Acura RDX vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru WX 01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RDX | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
