Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Chevrolet SS | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
6.2L V8 OHV-2v 415 hp@5900 415 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 114.8 in | -6.5 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 195.5 in | -3.9 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 74.7 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 57.9 in | 10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 3975 lb. | 575 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.7 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 59.1 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.2 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.3 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 59.0 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 58.0 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 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) | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 27 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 16.4 | 26.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 67.1 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 |
2014 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Despite its slightly more compact exterior, the Chevrolet SS has a roomier back seat than the Dodge Charger. Rear headroom is in unexpectedly short supply in the latter. The Chevrolet also has a couple more inches of rear hiproom, so three adults won't have to get quite as cozy in its back seat. Both cars have about 16 cubic feet of trunk space. A good amount, but you'll find as much in most midsize sedans. Unlike the Charger's, the SS's rear seat cannot fold to expand the trunk. But a pass-through in the center is far larger than most. see full Chevrolet SS review |
2014 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The front seats in the Chevrolet SS are comfortable. They also look like they'd provide generous lateral support, but don't, at least not for those of us who aren't built like linebackers. Thankfully the upper seat back features some synthetic suede trim, and this prevents sliding in hard turns. Still, a car with such high handling limits should have seats with much larger and more effective side bolsters--like those available in the Dodge Charger. see full Chevrolet SS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet SS.