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2008 Acura MDX and 2008 Chevrolet Impala Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Acura MDX | Chevrolet Impala | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 110.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 200.4 in | -9.7 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 72.9 in | 5.6 in |
| Height | 68.2 in | 58.7 in | 9.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4539 lb. | 3790 lb. | 749 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 58.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 58.6 in | 2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 57.2 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | 42 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 0.0 in | 29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 29.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 18.6 | 24.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 64.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura MDX
| 2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 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 |
| 2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall 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 |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Impala
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
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