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 | 2,751 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 4,585 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,615 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 1,568 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 60 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,034 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,001 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 953 mm | 942 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 739 mm | 775 mm | -36 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 320 L | 105 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 1,257 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 2,008 L | 0 L |
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 |