Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 117.9 in | -9.6 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 202.3 in | -10.7 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 75.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 67.6 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 4839 lb. | -289 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.8 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 58.4 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 55.4 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.5 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 57.1 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 55.0 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 44.3 in | -5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 38.7 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 50.8 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 41.1 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 33.4 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -9.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -3.2 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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |