2008 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 910 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RDX | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
