2010 Acura RDX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura RDX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | RDX | Passat |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
