Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@5200 210 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.0 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 168.9 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 67.1 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 65.2 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3968 lb. | 3297 lb. | 671 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.2 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 53.8 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 50.1 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.5 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.6 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 46.7 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.9 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -3.6 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 PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |