Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,867 mm | 4,595 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,064 kg | 1,583 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 55 L | 24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,003 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,565 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,003 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,562 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,212 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 960 mm | 23 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) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 1,065 L | 424 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,215 L | 37.6 | -36.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,364 L | 0 L | 2 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 |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |