Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,059 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 79 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 980 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 983 mm | -46 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 907 mm | 43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 739 mm | 147 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 425 L | -40 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 1,215 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |