2008 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RDX | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2360 cc |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |