| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Acura RDX | Volvo S80 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 111.6 in | -7.3 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 191.0 in | -10.3 in |
| Width | 73.6 in | 73.3 in | 0.3 in |
| Height | 65.2 in | 58.8 in | 6.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3743 lb. | 4065 lb. | -322 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 57.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.3 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 54.7 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.0 in | 2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.6 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 45.7 ft3 |
| 2012 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 |
| 2008 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |