2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
In comparing the 2012 Acura RDX's and the 2012 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2012 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2012 GMC Acadia.
2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 GMC Acadia Pricing
A used 2012 Acura RDX ranges from $7,500 to $16,997 while a used 2012 GMC Acadia is priced between $5,980 to $15,496.
2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 GMC Acadia Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value and the 2012 GMC Acadia loses 52.8 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Acura RDX retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 GMC Acadia.
2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 GMC Acadia Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the GMC Acadia's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the GMC Acadia being ranked 2 out of 7 Best 6-seater SUVs.
2012 Acura RDX vs. 2012 GMC Acadia Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the GMC Acadia the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Acadia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2012 GMC Acadia base engine makes 288 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles.This gives the 2012 Acura RDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 GMC Acadia the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2012 GMC Acadia, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2012 Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2012 Acura RDX has higher safety ratings than the 2012 GMC Acadia, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.88 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7500 - 16997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5980 - 15496
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.527744
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.280022 / 10
Reliability:
8.280065 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
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48 out of / 68GMC Acadia Rankings
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63 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech
2012 GMC Acadia Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE, SLT-1, SLT-2
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:
3 years / 36000 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):
4.88 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:
288 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
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):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 528 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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
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:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Cargo Space:
24.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
116.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
178.1 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:
4656 lbs
Width:
78.2 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R18