Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Audi A3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 101.5 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 168.7 in | 12 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 69.5 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 56.0 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3968 lb. | 3479 lb. | 489 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.1 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 54.3 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.9 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.8 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.8 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |