2008 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2008 Acura RDX and 2008 Toyota iQ 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 Toyota iQ. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RDX | iQ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |