2008 Acura RDX vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | RDX | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
