Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 111.2 in | -6.9 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 188.5 in | -7.8 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 74.1 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 67.0 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 3855 lb. | -112 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.1 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 59.6 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.8 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.6 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 59.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.4 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.3 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 32.6 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 81.6 ft3 | -21 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review |