2024 Acura
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 21 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 27 MPG | 24 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 96.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 187.4 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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 Volkswagen Atlas than in the Acura RDX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Volkswagen Atlas offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Acura RDX, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura RDX as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Volkswagen Atlas.
Dimensions
Since the Acura RDX is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas, 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 Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Acura RDX has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Acura RDX and the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Acura RDX and the Volkswagen Atlas are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
The Acura RDX has less seating than the Volkswagen Atlas, making the Volkswagen Atlas the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.