2010 Acura RDX vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura RDX | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RDX | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
