Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 224 kW@6300 366 Nm@4500 |
3.0L V6 OHV-2v 114 kW@4900 251 Nm@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,756 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 5,022 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 1,507 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 68 L | 11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,016 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 968 mm | 12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 973 mm | 10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 953 mm | 0 mm | 953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 739 mm | 0 mm | 739 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 479 L | -54 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 16.9 | -15.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 16.9 | -14.9 L |
2012 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 |
2007 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review |