2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | RDX | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |