2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RDX | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
