| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
| Model | Acura MDX | Lexus LX | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 383 hp@5600 403 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 112.2 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 199.4 in | -8.7 in |
| Width | 78.5 in | 78.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 68.2 in | 73.4 in | -5.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4539 lb. | 6000 lb. | -1461 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 61.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 58.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 61.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 58.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 34.4 in | 4.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 35.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 62.3 in | -5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 56.6 in | -14.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 28.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 105.6 in (over 3 rows) | 3.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 83.1 ft3 | 0.4 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 2016 Lexus LX.