Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5000 420 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 3,023 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 2,622 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 106 L | -27 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,006 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,011 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 993 mm | -10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 953 mm | 973 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 1,275 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 739 mm | 958 mm | -219 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 527 L | -102 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 1,557 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 3,067 L | -1 L |
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 |
2015 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |