

Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
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 |
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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 | 3931 lb. | 4090 lb. | -159 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 |
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 |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |