2016 Acura RDX vs. 2016 Toyota Highlander

Two SUVs with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the maximum occupancy, cargo volume, starting price, horsepower, fuel economy, ground shadow size, and height. First of all, there is a notable difference in the starting price of the 2016 Toyota Highlander, which is $4,880 less than the base MSRP of the 2016 Acura RDX. Also, although the 2016 RDX has a more powerful engine than the 2016 Highlander, it gets 1.5 more mpg. In addition, the RDX is both slightly smaller and shorter than the Highlander. And then, the Toyota Highlander seats three more passengers than the Acura RDX. It also has a 16.2 ft² larger cargo area behind second-row seats. Among similarities is the body structure.