2008 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 5 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 (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RDX | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
