Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 110.5 in | -6.2 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 200.4 in | -19.7 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 72.9 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 58.7 in | 6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 3790 lb. | -47 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 58.7 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.4 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.6 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 57.2 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 42 ft3 |
2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
back support is excellent see full Acura RDX review |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
For, supportive, yet easy to find a comfortable position. see full Acura RDX review |
2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review |
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review |