Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 OHV-2v 305 hp@6800 264 lb-ft@5200 |
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 | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 108.3 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 201.3 in | 190.7 in | 10.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 78.5 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 58.9 in | 68.2 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3777 lb. | 4539 lb. | -762 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 61.6 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 59.0 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.2 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 38.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 61.5 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 59.1 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 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 | 81.7 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -27.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.8 | 42.9 ft3 | -24.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.8 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -64.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Impala.
2008 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2008 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |