2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
In comparing the 2012 Acura RDX's and the 2012 Cadillac SRX's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Acura RDX has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2012 Cadillac SRX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Acura RDX's and the 2012 Cadillac SRX's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Cadillac SRX is a better car than the 2012 Acura RDX.
2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX Pricing
A used 2012 Acura RDX ranges from $7,500 to $16,997 while a used 2012 Cadillac SRX is priced between $7,208 to $17,496.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2012 Cadillac SRX base engine makes 308 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The SRX is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles.This gives the 2012 Acura RDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 Cadillac SRX the advantage in maximum range. The RDX uses gasoline, and the SRX uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 Cadillac SRX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2012 Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room. The 2012 Acura RDX and 2012 Cadillac SRX are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 Acura RDX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7500 - 16997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7208 - 17496
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac SRX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
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 / 68Cadillac SRX Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
2012 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech
2012 Cadillac SRX Trim Levels
Base, Luxury Collection, Performance Collection, Premium Collection
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:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
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):
Not yet available
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:
308 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
265 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 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:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 18 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, 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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
27.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
29.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
61.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3743 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4277 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
190.3 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18