Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 118.9 in | -10.6 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 201.9 in | -10.3 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 79.0 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 70.3 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 4724 lb. | -174 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 61.6 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.2 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 61.3 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 57.0 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 37.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 57.4 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 48.3 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 33.2 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -26 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 115.2 ft3 | -31.7 ft3 |
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 |
2013 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |