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BMW 1-Series (2008) vs. Acura RDX (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 BMW 1-Series and 2011 Acura RDX specs.

2008 BMW 1-Series and 2011 Acura RDX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model BMW 1-Series Acura RDX  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 104.3 in 0.4 in
Length 171.7 in 180.7 in -9 in
Width 68.8 in 73.6 in -4.8 in
Height 56.0 in 65.2 in -9.2 in
Curb Weight 3252 lb. 3743 lb. -491 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 18.0 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.9 in 38.7 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.0 in 58.2 in -4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.4 in -54.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 41.8 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 38.3 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 56.3 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.0 in -53 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.0 in 37.6 in -5.6 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) -6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.0 ft3 27.8 ft3 -17.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 10.0 ft3 60.6 ft3 -50.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series

2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Acura RDX

2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
back support is excellent see full Acura RDX review
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
For, supportive, yet easy to find a comfortable position. see full Acura RDX review
2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review
 
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