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Acura MDX (2008) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Acura MDX and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 specs.

2008 Acura MDX and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2014  
Model Acura MDX Mazda Mazda3  
Engine 3.7L V6
OHC-4v
300 hp@6000
275 lb-ft@5000
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
184 hp@5700
185 lb-ft@3250
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 106.3 in 2 in
Length 190.7 in 175.6 in 15.1 in
Width 78.5 in 70.7 in 7.8 in
Height 68.2 in 57.3 in 10.9 in
Curb Weight 4539 lb. 3002 lb. 1537 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 7.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 38.6 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.6 in 57.2 in 4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 59.0 in 55.5 in 3.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.2 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 37.6 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.5 in 54.4 in 7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 59.1 in 53.5 in 5.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 35.8 in 2.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 35.7 in 0.0 in 35.7 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) 78 in (over 2 rows) 31 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 20.2 ft3 -5.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.9 ft3 20.2 22.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.5 ft3 47.1 ft3 36.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura MDX

2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 
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