2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RDX | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |