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Acura RDX (2008) vs. Acura MDX (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Acura RDX and 2012 Acura MDX specs.

2008 Acura RDX and 2012 Acura MDX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Acura RDX Acura MDX  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500		 3.7L V6
OHC-4v
300 hp@6300
270 lb-ft@4500		  
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 108.3 in -4 in
Length 180.7 in 191.6 in -10.9 in
Width 73.6 in 78.5 in -4.9 in
Height 65.2 in 68.2 in -3 in
Curb Weight 3968 lb. 4550 lb. -582 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 21.0 gal. -3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 39.2 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 61.6 in -3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.4 in 59.0 in -4.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 38.6 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 61.5 in -5.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 59.1 in -6.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 38.7 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.5 in -37.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.1 in -57.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.0 in -42 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.1 in -29.1 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 109 in (over 3 rows) -29.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.8 ft3 15.0 ft3 12.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 27.8 42.9 ft3 -15.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 60.6 ft3 83.5 ft3 -22.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RDX

2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Very comfortable seats. As much room as an X3,X5 or RX see full Acura RDX review
2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Acura MDX

2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review
 
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