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 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,844 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,059 kg | 1,362 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 50 L | 29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 980 mm | 16 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 955 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 909 mm | 74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 0 mm | 907 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 739 mm | 0 mm | 739 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 572 L | -147 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 20.2 | -19.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 1,334 L | 1 L |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |