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Acura MDX (2011) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Acura MDX and 2012 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2011 Acura MDX and 2012 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Acura MDX Volkswagen Passat  
Engine 3.7L V6
OHC-4v
300 hp@6300
270 lb-ft@4500		 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
258 lb-ft@2500		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 110.4 in -2.1 in
Length 191.6 in 191.6 in 0 in
Width 78.5 in 72.2 in 6.3 in
Height 68.2 in 58.5 in 9.7 in
Curb Weight 4550 lb. 3446 lb. 1104 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.0 gal. 18.5 gal. 2.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 38.3 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.6 in 56.9 in 4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 59.0 in 0.0 in 59 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.4 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.6 in 37.8 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.5 in 57.0 in 4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 59.1 in 0.0 in 59.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 39.1 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.5 in 0.0 in 37.5 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) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 27.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.0 ft3 15.9 ft3 -0.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 42.9 ft3 15.9 27 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.5 ft3 15.9 ft3 67.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Acura MDX

2011 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Passat

2012 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Volkswagen's research must have found that Americans highly value rear legroom, because the Passat has an abundance of it. Unless you're an NBA center you'll have plenty of room to stretch out in the back of this sedan. see full Volkswagen Passat review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Passat

2012 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD		 SEL Premium seating is fantastic. Definitely worth the cost of the upgrade over the mid-grade seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD		 rear seat room is exceptional. can handle long-legged folks with ease and those with large shoe sizes. enter and exiting with larger folks not a problem either. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2012 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Older teenagers like the extra room see full Volkswagen Passat review
2012 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 HUGE amount of rear legroom! see full Volkswagen Passat review
2012 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Tons of room while driving. I am 6'4" and have plenty of leg and headroom. see full Volkswagen Passat review
 
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