Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Chrysler Aspen | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
4.7L V8 OHC-2v 303 hp@5650 330 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 119.2 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 200.8 in | -20.1 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 76.0 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 74.3 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3968 lb. | 5036 lb. | -1068 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 27.0 gal. | -9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.8 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.8 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.4 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.3 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 59.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 57.2 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.0 in | -48 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.5 in | -34.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.8 | 67.3 ft3 | -39.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 102.4 ft3 | -41.8 ft3 |
2008 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
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 |
2009 Chrysler Aspen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 6 footers see full Chrysler Aspen review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 303-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Its equipped with two captains chairs and a console for passenegers. Plenty of room all around and easy exit and entry. see full Chrysler Aspen review |