Model Year | 2012 | 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 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,869 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,656 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,783 kg | 1,855 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 73 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,478 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 980 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 925 mm | 30 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 787 L | 1,085 L | 786 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,716 L | 2,398 L | -1 L |
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 |
2008 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 |