Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,837 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 5,009 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,867 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 1,975 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 68 L | 11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 988 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 963 mm | 17 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 986 mm | -3 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 953 mm | 0 mm | 953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 739 mm | 0 mm | 739 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 515 L | -90 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 18.2 | -17.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 18.2 | -16.2 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 |
2010 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |