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Acura MDX (2006) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Acura MDX and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2006 Acura MDX and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Acura MDX Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
253 hp@5800
250 lb-ft@3500
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6500
250 lb-ft@2300
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 112.5 in -6.2 in
Length 188.7 in 188.8 in -0.1 in
Width 77.0 in 71.4 in 5.6 in
Height 68.7 in 69.3 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 4471 lb. 4044 lb. 427 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.4 gal. 17.0 gal. 3.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.9 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.2 in 55.7 in 5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.9 in 51.1 in 5.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.5 in 41.2 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 40.1 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.1 in 55.9 in 5.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.3 in 51.4 in 4.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.8 in 40.2 in -2.4 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) 81.4 in (over 2 rows) 27.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.8 ft3 35.7 ft3 -20.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 49.6 ft3 35.7 13.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 81.5 ft3 67.1 ft3 14.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX

2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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