2008 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Avenger. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RDX | Avenger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |