2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RDX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
