2025 Acura
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2025 Honda
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| MPG - City | 21 MPG | 18 - 19 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 27 MPG | 23 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 86.5 - 87.0 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 285 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 187.4 in | 199.9 - 200.2 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 78.5 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 40.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.2 - 40.2 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot.
Convenience
The Honda Pilot requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Acura RDX, making it more convenient to drive.
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 Honda Pilot.
Dimensions
Since the Acura RDX is much slimmer than the Honda Pilot, 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 Honda Pilot.
Handling
The Acura RDX has a larger turning radius than the Honda Pilot, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Honda Pilot is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads.
The Acura RDX has a little less horsepower than the Honda Pilot.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Acura RDX transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Honda Pilot.
Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Acura RDX seats a lot fewer people than the Honda Pilot.