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Acura MDX (2009) vs. Toyota Avalon (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Acura MDX and 2011 Toyota Avalon specs.

2009 Acura MDX and 2011 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Acura MDX Toyota Avalon  
Engine 3.7L V6
OHC-4v
300 hp@6000
275 lb-ft@5000		 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700		  
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 111.0 in -2.7 in
Length 190.7 in 197.6 in -6.9 in
Width 78.5 in 72.8 in 5.7 in
Height 68.2 in 58.5 in 9.7 in
Curb Weight 4535 lb. 3572 lb. 963 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 18.5 gal. 2.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 38.9 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.6 in 59.4 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 59.0 in 55.8 in 3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 37.5 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.5 in 58.2 in 3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 59.1 in 56.2 in 2.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 40.9 in -2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 35.7 in 0.0 in 35.7 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) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) 26.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 14.4 ft3 0.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.9 ft3 14.4 28.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.5 ft3 14.4 ft3 69.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura MDX

2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Avalon

2011 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review
2011 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review
 
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