| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Acura MDX | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 112.2 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 190.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 71.7 in | 6.8 in |
| Height | 68.2 in | 56.1 in | 12.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 3916 lb. | 634 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 37.8 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 56.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.4 in | 4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 55.1 in | 6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 51.4 in | 7.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.4 in | 2.3 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) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 29.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 12.7 | 30.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 70.8 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
| 2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |