2008 Acura RDX vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RDX | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 353 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |