2008 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Acura RDX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RDX | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |