2010 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
When we compare the 2010 Acura RDX's and the 2010 Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2010 Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2010 Acura RDX and 2010 Volvo XC60 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2010 Acura RDX's and the 2010 Volvo XC60's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2010 Volvo XC60.
2010 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Volvo XC60 Pricing
A used 2010 Acura RDX ranges from $6,707 to $14,998 while a used 2010 Volvo XC60 is priced between $5,060 to $12,838.
2010 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Volvo XC60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2010 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value and the 2010 Volvo XC60 loses 54.6 percent of its value. This means the 2010 Acura RDX retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2010 Volvo XC60.
2010 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Volvo XC60 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the Volvo XC60's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Volvo XC60 being ranked 4 out of 61. Out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs, the Acura RDX is ranked 1 and the Volvo XC60 is ranked 3. The Acura RDX is also ranked 2 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Volvo XC60 is ranked 6 out of 68.
2010 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Volvo XC60 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the Volvo XC60 the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2010 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2010 Volvo XC60 base engine makes 235 horsepower. Both the RDX and the XC60 are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 432 and 500 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2010 Volvo XC60 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The 2010 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2010 Acura RDX and the 2010 Volvo XC60 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6707 - 14998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5060 - 12838
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.54576
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 54Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
16 out of / 59Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Volvo XC60 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 54Ranking
21 out of / 59Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
47 out of / 61Ranking
52 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2010 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech
2010 Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
3.2, T6, T6 R-Design
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
333 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
27.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
129.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
30.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3743 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4012 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R17