2008 Acura RDX vs. 2009 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2009 Acura TL | |
Make | Acura | Acura |
Model | RDX | TL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |