2008 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 660 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RDX | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
