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2008 Acura MDX and 2009 Honda Civic Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura MDX | Honda Civic | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 106.3 in | 2 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 176.7 in | 14 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 69.0 in | 9.5 in |
| Height | 68.2 in | 56.5 in | 11.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4539 lb. | 2912 lb. | 1627 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 53.7 in | 7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 51.9 in | 7.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.2 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.4 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 52.4 in | 9.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 51.0 in | 8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 34.6 in | 4.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | 42 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 0.0 in | 29.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 32.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 12.0 | 30.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 71.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura MDX
| 2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 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 |
| 2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall 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 |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |
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