Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 108.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 180.5 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 68.9 in | 9.6 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 63.6 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 3457 lb. | 1093 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 55.5 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 53.1 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.7 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 55.5 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 57.8 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 37.1 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 49.3 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 40.9 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 30.5 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |