2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Acura RDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Ridgeline | RDX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1749 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1678 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |