Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@5800 250 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 188.7 in | 168.7 in | 20 in |
Width | 77.0 in | 69.5 in | 7.5 in |
Height | 68.7 in | 56.0 in | 12.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4471 lb. | 3479 lb. | 992 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.4 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.2 in | 54.3 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 0.0 in | 56.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.2 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.9 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 52.8 in | 8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 34.8 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.1 in | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.6 in | 0.0 in | 58.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.5 in | 0.0 in | 48.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.3 in | 0.0 in | 29.3 in |
Total Legroom | 108.6 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.6 ft3 | 13.1 | 36.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.5 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 |
2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review |
2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review |
2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |