Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Infiniti QX | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5800 413 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 121.1 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 208.3 in | -17.6 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 79.9 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 75.8 in | -7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4539 lb. | 5850 lb. | -1311 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 63.8 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.2 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 63.5 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 58.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 41.0 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 36.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 60.5 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 48.8 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 28.8 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 109.4 in (over 3 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 95.1 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Infiniti QX.