Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus CT | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.3 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 170.1 in | 191.6 in | -21.5 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 78.5 in | -9 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 68.2 in | -11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3130 lb. | 4550 lb. | -1420 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -9.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 61.6 in | -7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 59.0 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.2 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 61.5 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.8 in | 59.1 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.9 in | 38.7 in | -5.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.3 | 42.9 ft3 | -28.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.0 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -51.5 ft3 |
2014 Lexus CT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lexus design is in a class of its own. The interior layout is straight and simple, and everything is where you expect it to be. Although faced with great swathes leather and technology in front of the driver, the most noticeable feature was how comfortable the seats were. Eve in the lowest-price Lexus available sat thrones on par with top-tier German luxury. Simple, I admit, but it?s important, and Lexus has nailed it. see full Lexus CT review |
2011 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 |