Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Acura RDX | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.3 in | 2 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 180.7 in | -2 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 73.6 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 65.2 in | 9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4143 lb. | 3968 lb. | 175 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.7 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.2 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.4 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.3 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.3 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 53.0 in | -6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.6 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra 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 |