2008 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2008 Acura RDX and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 88 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 20 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RDX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
