2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | RDX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |