2008 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2004 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
