2008 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |