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Acura RDX (2009) vs. Lexus RX (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Acura RDX and 2008 Lexus RX specs.

2009 Acura RDX and 2008 Lexus RX Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Acura RDX Lexus RX  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
251 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 106.9 in -2.6 in
Length 180.7 in 186.2 in -5.5 in
Width 73.6 in 72.6 in 1 in
Height 65.2 in 66.1 in -0.9 in
Curb Weight 3968 lb. 4090 lb. -122 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 19.2 gal. -1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 39.4 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 57.9 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.4 in 55.6 in -1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 42.5 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.3 in 38.6 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 57.1 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 55.1 in -2.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.4 in 1.2 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 27.8 ft3 38.3 ft3 -10.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 60.6 ft3 84.7 ft3 -24.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura RDX

2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus RX

2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review
 
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