Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 109.2 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 190.9 in | 0.7 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 78.5 in | 0 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 71.0 in | -2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 4506 lb. | 44 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 61.5 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.6 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 62.2 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 56.9 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.5 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 38.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 58.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 48.4 in | -6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 32.1 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |
2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review |