2024 Acura RDX vs. 2024 Dodge Durango Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura RDX

2024 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,350 to $54,150
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Picture of the 2024 Dodge Durango

2024 Dodge
Durango

MSRP*: $41,670 to $95,995
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MPG - City 21 MPG 12 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG 17 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 85.1 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 360-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 475-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 710-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 hp 293 - 710 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 6,200 - 8,700 lbs
Exterior Length 187.4 in 200.8 - 201.0 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.8 - 76.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Dodge Durango than in the Acura RDX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Acura RDX will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Dodge Durango.

Convenience
With the Dodge Durango, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Acura RDX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Acura RDX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Dodge Durango.

Dimensions
The Acura RDX is a little narrower than the Dodge Durango, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. 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 Dodge Durango.

Handling
The Acura RDX has a smaller turning radius than the Dodge Durango, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Dodge Durango is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads. The Acura RDX has a little less horsepower than the Dodge Durango.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Acura RDX transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Dodge Durango.

Utility
The Acura RDX has less seating than the Dodge Durango, making the Dodge Durango the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.