| Model Year | 2023 | 2006 | |
| Model | Acura MDX | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 354 lb-ft@1400 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 112.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Length | 198.4 in | 190.0 in | 8.4 in |
| Width | 78.7 in | 71.7 in | 7 in |
| Height | 67.1 in | 56.1 in | 11 in |
| Curb Weight | 4641 lb. | 3916 lb. | 725 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.9 in | 56.3 in | 5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 54.4 in | 4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.5 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 37.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.3 in | 55.1 in | 5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 51.4 in | 6.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.4 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.0 in | 0.0 in | 29 in |
| Total Legroom | 109.1 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 29.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.1 ft3 | 12.7 | 26.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.4 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 58.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Acura MDX.
| 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 |