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 | 2,751 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 1,669 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 60 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,036 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,008 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 973 mm | 10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 953 mm | 945 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,450 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,067 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 739 mm | 762 mm | -23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 348 L | 77 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 1,053 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 2,067 L | 0 L |
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 |