2008 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RDX | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |