Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Tesla Model 3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
Electric 258 hp 317 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 113.2 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 184.8 in | 8.8 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 72.8 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 56.8 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4025 lb. | 3814 lb. | 211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 19.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 56.3 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 0.0 in | 57.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.7 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 54.0 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 35.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 15.0 | 23.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 53.4 ft3 |
2014 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
That's it for the significant advantages of the new Acura MDX. Most things it does well, but not significantly better than the generally good segment averages. It's quick, but not thrillingly so. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and cushier than those in the Infiniti, but provide less lateral support than those in the smaller Acura RDX and are no match in comfort or support for those in a BMW X5, a Lexus RX, or the big buck Mercedes reviewed a few weeks ago. Ride quality, like the seats, is good but short of luxurious. With additional sound deadening and laminated front door glass, the 2014 MDX is quieter than the 2013, but this only brings it in line with the others. By the same token, there aren't many clear reasons to reject the 2014 MDX. The most obvious follows from its relatively compact size: though (as already mentioned) cargo volume is more than competitive, there's less room in the rearmost row than in the QX60. By sliding the second row up a couple of inches (it has a half-foot of travel), adults of middling size will fit back there. But with their butt low and knees high they won't be comfortable. The QX60 offers far more combined legroom based on the spec sheets, and a couple more inches in the real world. (The Acura's specs seem to under-represent reality for passengers even as they might over-represent it for cargo.) But the Infiniti's seats are flatter and less comfortable. The new Hyundai Santa Fe offers more legroom than the Infiniti, while Ford's large crossovers could be best of all for transporting up to seven adults--if still not as good as the typical minivan. see full Acura MDX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura MDX.
2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review |