Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5100 245 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 103.0 in | 8 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 168.9 in | 24.7 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 67.1 in | 10.1 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 65.2 in | 1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4025 lb. | 3414 lb. | 611 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 53.8 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 50.1 in | 7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.6 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.5 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 53.6 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 46.7 in | 11.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 40.9 in | -4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 24.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 21.6 | 16.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura MDX.
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 230hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have logged many miles with family in tow. There is ample space in both the front and rear. Actually surprising considering the diminuitive size of the PT. The extra leg room for the rear passengers comes at the expense of cargo space. Tiny trunk that is difficult to access if you are tall. Costco runs are always interesting. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |