2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
