2009 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RDX | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | RDX | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |