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Acura MDX (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

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

2006 Acura MDX and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Acura MDX Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
253 hp@5800
250 lb-ft@3500
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,793 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,956 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,745 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,028 kg 2,135 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 77 L 85 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 975 mm 1,011 mm 974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,554 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,445 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,054 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 991 mm 983 mm 8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,552 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,430 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 960 mm 937 mm 23 mm
Headroom, Row 3 917 mm 950 mm -33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,488 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,232 mm 1,151 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 744 mm 886 mm -142 mm
Total Legroom 2,758 mm (over 3 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 419 L 385 L 34 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,405 L 1,243 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,308 L 2,370 L 0 L

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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 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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