2008 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i40. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | RDX | i40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
