| Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
| Model | Acura RDX | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 273 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 103.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Length | 183.5 in | 167.4 in | 16.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.2 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 57.0 in | 9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3717 lb. | 3201 lb. | 516 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 53.6 in | 5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 53.1 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.3 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 47.0 in | 10.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 41.5 in | 12.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 33.9 in | 4.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.1 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.3 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 41.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura RDX.
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |