Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Cadillac SRX | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6400 315 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 116.4 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 194.9 in | -3.3 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 72.6 in | 5.9 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 67.8 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 4442 lb. | 108 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 58.7 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 57.6 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 56.3 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 41.0 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 35.0 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 43.6 in | 13.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 55.1 in | -13.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 24.2 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 32.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 69.5 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
2013 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
That's it for the significant advantages of the new Acura MDX. Most things it does well, but not significantly better than the generally good segment averages. It's quick, but not thrillingly so. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and cushier than those in the Infiniti, but provide less lateral support than those in the smaller Acura RDX and are no match in comfort or support for those in a BMW X5, a Lexus RX, or the big buck Mercedes reviewed a few weeks ago. Ride quality, like the seats, is good but short of luxurious. With additional sound deadening and laminated front door glass, the 2014 MDX is quieter than the 2013, but this only brings it in line with the others. By the same token, there aren't many clear reasons to reject the 2014 MDX. The most obvious follows from its relatively compact size: though (as already mentioned) cargo volume is more than competitive, there's less room in the rearmost row than in the QX60. By sliding the second row up a couple of inches (it has a half-foot of travel), adults of middling size will fit back there. But with their butt low and knees high they won't be comfortable. The QX60 offers far more combined legroom based on the spec sheets, and a couple more inches in the real world. (The Acura's specs seem to under-represent reality for passengers even as they might over-represent it for cargo.) But the Infiniti's seats are flatter and less comfortable. The new Hyundai Santa Fe offers more legroom than the Infiniti, while Ford's large crossovers could be best of all for transporting up to seven adults--if still not as good as the typical minivan. see full Acura MDX review |
2013 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 |
2008 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
2 teenage kids love it see full Cadillac SRX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The car is very comfortable to ride in. My SRX has all the bells and whistles with electric seat controls. I often adjust the lumbar support to my needs depending on how bad my back is hurting that day. Heated seats also make for a very warm tush on a cold day. see full Cadillac SRX review |
2008 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat belts attached to front seats and not adjustable up and down. Lower sitting heighth than Lexus or other crossover SUVs or at least the appearance of same. see full Cadillac SRX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The center console is too wide and gets in the way see full Cadillac SRX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Much smaller compare to the R-class. The third row is a joke. see full Cadillac SRX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
For how big the SRX looks, it's passenger space is somewhat craped. It's not terrible by any means, but it's not very roomy either. see full Cadillac SRX review |