Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Toyota Prius | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 224 kW@6300 366 Nm@4500 |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 71 kW@5200 142 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 4,539 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 1,395 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 43 L | 36 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,001 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 950 mm | 30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 848 mm | 135 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) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 697 L | -272 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 24.6 | -23.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 1,775 L | 1 L |
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 |
2016 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan. The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable. The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia. Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX. see full Toyota Prius review |
2016 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited. Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility. see full Toyota Prius review |
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