Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 109.8 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 189.2 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 75.2 in | 2 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 69.3 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4025 lb. | 4255 lb. | -230 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 58.0 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 55.3 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.8 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 57.2 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 55.4 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 34.6 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 32.9 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.7 in | 56.7 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 48.4 in | -7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 24.1 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 36.6 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -6.7 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.
2008 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
This is a vehicle designed for people 5 fett 11 inches and under - no two ways about it. If you are 5 feel 11 or over you will not enjoy this truck. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The consequence of reducing overall height while maintaining trail worthy obstacle clearance is a relatively low to floor seating position more attune to sedans. Seats are comfortable though even for a big framed person. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Seat position low to floor leaves you sitting with a knee high position. Seats itself are comfortable, but there is no space for your feet under the front seats. All floor surfaces are almost flat though considering it truck roots. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not a power seat. Cannot get it into an optimum adjustment. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
No third row, cargo space small see full Toyota 4Runner review |