Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi Q5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Acura RDX, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi Q5 and the Acura RDX.

Convenience
The Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 is somewhat more expensive than the Acura RDX. Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. Both the Audi Q5 and the Acura RDX have similar Destination Charges.

Dimensions
The Audi Q5 is a little wider than the Acura RDX, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Acura RDX.

Drivetrain
With similar torque, the Audi Q5 and the Acura RDX are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Handling
The Audi Q5 has a smaller turning radius than the Acura RDX, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi Q5 is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q5 has a lot less horsepower than the Acura RDX.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q5 and the Acura RDX. The Audi Q5 has less cargo space than the Acura RDX, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.

Warranty
The Audi Q5 comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Acura RDX.