2008 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. 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 2010 Kia Sedona. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RDX | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
