Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Honda Ridgeline | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 122.0 in | -11 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 206.8 in | -13.2 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 76.3 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 70.3 in | -3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4025 lb. | 4503 lb. | -478 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 63.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 57.6 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 62.6 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 57.2 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 36.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 28.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 14.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 38.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 68.4 ft3 |
2014 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
That's it for the significant advantages of the new Acura MDX. Most things it does well, but not significantly better than the generally good segment averages. It's quick, but not thrillingly so. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and cushier than those in the Infiniti, but provide less lateral support than those in the smaller Acura RDX and are no match in comfort or support for those in a BMW X5, a Lexus RX, or the big buck Mercedes reviewed a few weeks ago. Ride quality, like the seats, is good but short of luxurious. With additional sound deadening and laminated front door glass, the 2014 MDX is quieter than the 2013, but this only brings it in line with the others. By the same token, there aren't many clear reasons to reject the 2014 MDX. The most obvious follows from its relatively compact size: though (as already mentioned) cargo volume is more than competitive, there's less room in the rearmost row than in the QX60. By sliding the second row up a couple of inches (it has a half-foot of travel), adults of middling size will fit back there. But with their butt low and knees high they won't be comfortable. The QX60 offers far more combined legroom based on the spec sheets, and a couple more inches in the real world. (The Acura's specs seem to under-represent reality for passengers even as they might over-represent it for cargo.) But the Infiniti's seats are flatter and less comfortable. The new Hyundai Santa Fe offers more legroom than the Infiniti, while Ford's large crossovers could be best of all for transporting up to seven adults--if still not as good as the typical minivan. see full Acura MDX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura MDX.
2006 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The most room of any "small" P/U truck. Comfortable driving position with lots of leg room. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Cabin width. Big, comfy heated leather seats. The back seats are flatter and less comfortable, but kids like them just fine. The cabin has plenty of room and many storage bins. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room to seat three person comfortably in the rear seat. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
There is no hump in the floor, thus allowing the rear seat to accommodate three adults. The seat is split for folding up for more flexibility. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of legroom and comfortable seats, like sitting in an easy chair. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
A lot of room for a pickup truck. 3 adults can sit in the back. An adult can even sit in the middle between 2 car seats. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
i fit well see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
WE FIT COMFORTABLY THERE AS DO OUR 2 KIDS AND 2 LABS. IF YOU PUT THE SEATS UP THERE IS A LOT OF SPACE FOR ADDITIONAL CARGO. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very roomy, nice leather, good seat adjustability. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2006 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Nothing and is a strength. My golfing buddies love to ride with me. see full Honda Ridgeline review |