Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RSX | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.9 in | -5.7 in |
Length | 172.4 in | 186.2 in | -13.8 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 72.6 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 54.9 in | 66.1 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2840 lb. | 3870 lb. | -1030 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 57.9 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 55.6 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.5 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.1 in | 38.6 in | -4.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.3 in | 57.1 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.2 in | 55.1 in | -8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 36.4 in | -7.2 in |
Total Legroom | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -6.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -22.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -68.7 ft3 |
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |