2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. 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 2005 Dodge Neon. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RDX | Neon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
