| Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo XC90 | Acura RDX | |
| Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6200 236 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 104.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Length | 188.9 in | 180.7 in | 8.2 in |
| Width | 74.7 in | 73.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 70.2 in | 65.2 in | 5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4744 lb. | 3931 lb. | 813 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.7 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 58.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.4 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 56.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 0.0 in | 30.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 26.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -19 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 27.8 | 15.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | 24.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Volvo XC90.
| 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 |