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2008 Acura RDX and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura RDX | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 102.5 in | 1.8 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 174.3 in | 6.4 in |
| Width | 73.6 in | 71.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 65.2 in | 66.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3968 lb. | 3631 lb. | 337 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.8 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 56.2 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.1 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.8 | 23.0 ft3 | 4.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RDX
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
| 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review |
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