| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo S60 | Acura RDX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 104.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Length | 180.2 in | 180.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 73.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 65.2 in | -9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 3743 lb. | -350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.7 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 58.2 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 54.4 in | -5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.3 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 53.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 37.6 in | -4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -13.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -46.7 ft3 |
| 2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 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 |