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Acura RDX vs. Nissan Rogue Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Acura RDX and Nissan Rogue features right here.

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Features Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Nissan Rogue

  

Model Year 2008 2008- 2008-
Model RDX Rogue Rogue
Trim Base S SL
Engines  
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500
turbocharged<br> 2.3L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@6000 <br>260 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature.    
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
181 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@3600
   2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>181 hp@6000 <br>181 lb-ft@3600 is a standard feature.  2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>181 hp@6000 <br>181 lb-ft@3600 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.    
CVT   CVT is a standard feature. CVT is a standard feature.
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT     6-speed manually-shiftable CVT is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
AWD AWD is a standard feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.
FWD   FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
235/55VR18 tires 235/55VR18 tires is a standard feature.    
215/70R16 tires   215/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 215/70R16 tires is a standard feature.
225/60R17 tires     225/60R17 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 360W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.    
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.    
Unbranded, 4 speakers   Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 4 speakers is a standard feature.
Bose, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)     Bose, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.       Proximity key is an optional feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.     Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Tilt steering wheel, manual   Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.    
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.   Rearview camera is an optional feature.    
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover Cargo cover is a standard feature.   Cargo cover is an optional feature.
Cargo mat   Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature.
Cargo net     Cargo net is an optional feature.
Cargo organizerAbove floor system for organizing cargo.       Cargo organizer is an optional feature.
Above floor system for organizing cargo.
Class II trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.       Class II trailer hitch is an optional feature.
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.     Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Roof rack crossbarsRequires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.       Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature.
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Roof railsNo crossbars.       Roof rails is a standard feature.
No crossbars.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.       Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature.
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.    
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.    
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature.    
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Active rear differentialActively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.   Active rear differential is a standard feature.    
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.
Lockable center differentialThe center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically.     Lockable center differential is an optional feature. Lockable center differential is an optional feature.
The center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically.
Exterior  
Bodyside claddingProtective cladding extending partly onto the doors.   Bodyside cladding is a standard feature.    
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.   Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.     Mud guards is an optional feature. Mud guards is an optional feature.
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Rear bumper protector   Rear bumper protector is an optional feature. Rear bumper protector is an optional feature.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.   Rear spoiler is a standard feature. Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is an optional feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature.   Sunroof is an optional feature.
Sunroof wind deflector     Sunroof wind deflector is an optional feature.
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.   Audio controls on steering wheel is an optional feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.   Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.   CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.   CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player   CD player is a standard feature.  
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.   DVD-Audio-compatible player is an optional feature.    
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.   MP3-compatible player is an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature.    
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is a standard feature.   Satellite radio is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature.    
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic information is an optional feature.    
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.    
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.       Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic-off headlightsHeadlights automatically turn off.   Automatic-off headlights is a standard feature.    
Headlights automatically turn off.
Boost gaugeReports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger.   Boost gauge is a standard feature.    
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.       Compass is an optional feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature.   Fog lights is an optional feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature.   Heated mirrors is an optional feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is an optional feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is an optional feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.   Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.    
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature.   Outside temperature display is an optional feature.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature.   Trip computer is an optional feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.    
Visor mirror, driver      
Visor mirror, passenger      
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.   Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.    
Door sill trim plates Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Door sill trim plates is an optional feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is an optional feature. Floor mats is an optional feature.
Folding passenger seatFor carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface.       Folding passenger seat is an optional feature.
For carrying long items. Possibly also useful as a work surface.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is a standard feature.   Heated front seats is an optional feature.
Leather door panel trim Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.    
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat      
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Power height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
All-season tires All-season tires is a standard feature.    
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature.   Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.       Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature.
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Technology Package

Features
Navigation system
DVD-Audio-compatible player
Rearview camera
Surround sound
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic information
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)

Premium Package

Features
Xenon HID headlights
Bluetooth cell phone link
Proximity key

Premium Package

Features
Leather seating surfaces
Heated mirrors
Heated front seats
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Compass
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 Acura RDX

2008 Acura RDX Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great value for your money. see full Acura RDX review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
has all the bells and whistles that i need in a vehicle. see full Acura RDX review
2008 Acura RDX Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
no power options. no headlight washer option see full Acura RDX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008- Nissan Rogue

2008- Nissan Rogue Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT AWD
Lots of toys for a fair price, packages were logical. see full Nissan Rogue review
2008 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
CVT FWD
love the sunroof, heated seats, bluetooth and ipod connections, leather see full Nissan Rogue review
2008 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
The keyless entry/starting, bluetooth and audio are all great-bluetooth works well with my iPhone and Motorola Razr phones. The Xenon lights are as good as those on my Infinti G. see full Nissan Rogue review
2008 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Bluetooth capability, 6 disc CD changer, satelite radio, heated front seats, keyless entry and keyless start, paddle shifters for increased driving demands are all great. see full Nissan Rogue review
2008 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Way more standard features than the competition. see full Nissan Rogue review
2008- Nissan Rogue Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
This could be under exterior I suppose, but no secure/locking gas door like on my older altima...otherwise it's a semi-narrow cute ute, roof slope definitely takes away from cargo capacity, and think I'd like the toyota full sz spare, but not a biggie...not sure where to put this: but sunroof is quite small. see full Nissan Rogue review