2008 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Audi Q5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 370 kg more 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (450 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2009 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | RDX | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
