Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 114.7 in | -10.4 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 188.5 in | -7.8 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 75.2 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 69.8 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3931 lb. | 4623 lb. | -692 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.9 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.0 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 59.8 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -11.8 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 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |