Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@3000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 108.3 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 190.7 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 78.5 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 68.2 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3980 lb. | 4535 lb. | -555 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 61.6 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.0 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 61.5 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 59.1 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.2 | 42.9 ft3 | -28.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -69.3 ft3 |
2014 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Buick Regal.
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |