Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 273 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,661 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,741 kg | 1,895 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 73 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,031 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 1,019 mm | 967 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 973 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 739 L | 292 L | 447 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 26.1 | 1,198 L | 25.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,736 L | 2,701 L | -1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura RDX.
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |