2009 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RDX | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |