Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 5,090 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,869 mm | 1,892 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,656 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,783 kg | 1,730 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 76 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,478 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 983 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,049 mm | 954 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 787 L | 600 L | 187 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,716 L | 21.2 | -20.2 L |
2012 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review |
2008 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |