2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Accord | RDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
