Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 103.9 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 167.4 in | 26.2 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 70.2 in | 7 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 57.0 in | 9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4025 lb. | 3201 lb. | 824 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 53.6 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 53.1 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.3 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.4 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 47.0 in | 12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 41.5 in | 16.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 33.9 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 0.0 in | 28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 29.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 12.9 | 25.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 48.2 ft3 |
2014 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
That's it for the significant advantages of the new Acura MDX. Most things it does well, but not significantly better than the generally good segment averages. It's quick, but not thrillingly so. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and cushier than those in the Infiniti, but provide less lateral support than those in the smaller Acura RDX and are no match in comfort or support for those in a BMW X5, a Lexus RX, or the big buck Mercedes reviewed a few weeks ago. Ride quality, like the seats, is good but short of luxurious. With additional sound deadening and laminated front door glass, the 2014 MDX is quieter than the 2013, but this only brings it in line with the others. By the same token, there aren't many clear reasons to reject the 2014 MDX. The most obvious follows from its relatively compact size: though (as already mentioned) cargo volume is more than competitive, there's less room in the rearmost row than in the QX60. By sliding the second row up a couple of inches (it has a half-foot of travel), adults of middling size will fit back there. But with their butt low and knees high they won't be comfortable. The QX60 offers far more combined legroom based on the spec sheets, and a couple more inches in the real world. (The Acura's specs seem to under-represent reality for passengers even as they might over-represent it for cargo.) But the Infiniti's seats are flatter and less comfortable. The new Hyundai Santa Fe offers more legroom than the Infiniti, while Ford's large crossovers could be best of all for transporting up to seven adults--if still not as good as the typical minivan. see full Acura MDX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura MDX.
2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tested both the Mini Cooper and Volvo C30. The C30, by far, is the most comfortable and easy to find a great driving position. Driving from Los Angeles to San Francisco without any back or shoulder fatigue! see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have sat in the seat for three plus hours with no discomfort. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats are a bit short on leg room. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is tight, this is a small hatch coupe afterall. see full Volvo C30 review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat is really make for children and not adults see full Volvo C30 review |