| Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
| Model | Acura RDX | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 273 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 112.2 in | -6.5 in |
| Length | 183.5 in | 190.0 in | -6.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.7 in | 2 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 56.1 in | 10 in |
| Curb Weight | 3838 lb. | 3869 lb. | -31 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 56.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 54.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.5 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 55.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 51.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.1 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 48.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura RDX.
| 2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
| 2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |