Model Year | 2007 | 2014 | |
Model | Acura RDX | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 101.5 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 180.7 in | 179.3 in | 1.4 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 70.1 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 59.2 in | 6 in |
Curb Weight | 3968 lb. | 3228 lb. | 740 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 54.8 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.1 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.5 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
2007 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats. As much room as an X3,X5 or RX see full Acura RDX review |
2007 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
passenger seat is manual?!!??? how cheap can you get here see full Acura RDX review |
2014 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |