2010 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 858 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura RDX | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | RDX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |