Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 105.7 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 179.8 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 70.5 in | 8 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 59.5 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 3078 lb. | 1472 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 56.9 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.1 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.4 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 55.1 in | 6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 53.0 in | 6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 34.5 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | 42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 0.0 in | 29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 32.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 13.1 | 29.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 70.4 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
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