2008 Acura RDX vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | RDX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |