Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 104.7 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 181.1 in | 10.5 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 71.5 in | 7 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 66.3 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 3680 lb. | 870 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 57.1 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 53.8 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 55.3 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 52.4 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 37.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 52.6 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 43.3 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 30.0 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 37.2 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
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 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |