2023 Acura
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2023 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 21 - 22 MPG | 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 28 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 71.2 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | Info not available | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 187.4 in | 199.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 77.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 40.1 in
Rear 38.5 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-9 than in the Acura RDX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Acura RDX offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-9, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura RDX as you will with the Mazda CX-9, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura RDX is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-9.
Dimensions
Since the Acura RDX is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-9, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Acura RDX, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-9.
Handling
The Acura RDX has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-9, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Acura RDX has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-9.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Acura RDX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-9.
Utility
The Acura RDX has less seating than the Mazda CX-9, making the Mazda CX-9 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.