2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 672 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Expedition | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
