2008 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RDX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4477 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2280 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 141 L |