Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 124.0 in | -15.7 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 204.1 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 77.6 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 71.9 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4539 lb. | 4291 lb. | 248 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 63.7 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 65.6 in | -6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 41.7 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 66.2 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 67.4 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 42.1 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 37.6 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 61.6 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 50.0 in | -8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 39.6 in | -10.5 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -14.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -44.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -62.2 ft3 |
2007 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 |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles 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 |
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 |
2007 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 |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |