Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 176.7 in | 4 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 69.0 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 56.5 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 2912 lb. | 831 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 53.7 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 51.9 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.4 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 51.0 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.6 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 48.6 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |