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Acura MDX (2006) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Acura MDX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2006 Acura MDX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Acura MDX Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
189 kW@5800
339 Nm@3500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
200 kW@6000
350 Nm@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 3,216 mm -1 mm
Length 4,793 mm 5,156 mm -1 mm
Width 1,956 mm 1,923 mm 0 mm
Height 1,745 mm 1,661 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,028 kg 2,190 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 77 L 95 L -18 L
Headroom, Row 1 975 mm 1,011 mm 974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,554 mm 1,532 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,445 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,054 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 991 mm 1,026 mm 990 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,552 mm 1,514 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,430 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 960 mm 919 mm 41 mm
Headroom, Row 3 917 mm 945 mm -28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,488 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,232 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 744 mm 823 mm -79 mm
Total Legroom 2,758 mm (over 3 rows) 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 419 L 433 L -14 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,405 L 1,195 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,308 L 2,407 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX

2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2006 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review
2006 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review
2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 
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