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Acura RDX (2011) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Acura RDX and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2011 Acura RDX and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Acura RDX Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,649 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,590 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,869 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,656 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,783 kg 2,135 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 85 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 983 mm 1,011 mm 982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,478 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,382 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 973 mm 983 mm -10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,430 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 937 mm 18 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 950 mm -950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,349 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,151 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 886 mm -886 mm
Total Legroom 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 787 L 385 L 402 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 27.8 1,243 L 26.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,716 L 2,370 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Acura RDX

2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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