Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 124.0 in | -19.7 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 204.1 in | -23.4 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 77.6 in | -4 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 71.9 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 4291 lb. | -548 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.7 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 63.7 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 65.6 in | -11.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.7 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 41.7 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 66.2 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 67.4 in | -14.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 42.1 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -44 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.8 | 87.7 ft3 | -59.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -85.1 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 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 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |