Model Year | 2012 | 2021 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 182.7 in | -2 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 70.9 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 56.5 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 3012 lb. | 731 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.8 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 56.1 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.0 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.5 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.3 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 51.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.7 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 45.3 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.