Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 179.0 in | 1.7 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 71.7 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 67.7 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 3443 lb. | 300 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.6 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 0.0 in | 58.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.6 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 41.6 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 53.9 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 21.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.8 | 31.7 ft3 | -3.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |