Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Cadillac CTS | Acura RDX | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 104.3 in | 9.1 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 180.7 in | 10.9 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 73.6 in | -1 in |
Height | 59.1 in | 65.2 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4060 lb. | 3968 lb. | 92 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.2 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.0 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.6 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.0 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
2013 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first two generations of the CTS were "in between" cars larger than a BMW 3-Series but more compact than a BMW 5-Series. Contented and priced like the former, they weren't pitched as competitors to the latter. With the third-generation sedan this has changed. The new CTS leaves the 3er for the ATS and goes head-to-head with the 5er. However, the 2014's exterior and interior are only a bit more expansive than those of the 2008-2013 car. Also, the rear doors do not open wide enough for easy entry. You'll still find a roomier, more comfortable, easier to access rear seat in the 5-Series, even if the official specs suggest otherwise. see full Cadillac CTS review |
2013 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Hard to get in and out of. not much head room. The material is nice. see full Cadillac CTS review |
2009 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Keeps me alert see full Acura RDX review |
2009 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 |