2008 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 316 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Acura RDX 2009 Honda CR-V
Make Acura Honda
Model RDX CR-V
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1134 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 58 L


 

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