2008 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2008 Acura RDX and 2008 Suzuki Alto 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 178 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. 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 2008 Suzuki Alto. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | RDX | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
