Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,875 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,590 mm | 5,085 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,869 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,656 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,783 kg | 2,062 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 76 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,006 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,478 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 991 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,011 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 899 mm | -899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,445 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,110 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 823 mm | -823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 787 L | 487 L | 300 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.8 | 1,368 L | 26.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,716 L | 2,852 L | -1 L |
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 |
2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |