Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Jeep Patriot | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 103.7 in | 4.6 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 173.8 in | 17.8 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 69.2 in | 9.3 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 65.5 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 3293 lb. | 1257 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 54.3 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 52.3 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 54.0 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 51.0 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 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) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 29 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 23.0 | 19.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 53.5 ft3 | 30 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 |
2015 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |