| Model Year | 2018 | 2010 | |
| Model | Acura MDX | Volvo C30 | |
| Engine | 3.5L I6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 9-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 | 196.2 in | 167.4 in | 28.8 in |
| Width | 77.2 in | 70.2 in | 7 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 57.0 in | 10.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4001 lb. | 3201 lb. | 800 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 | 15.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Acura MDX.
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |