Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@5800 250 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.3 in | 7.4 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 188.7 in | 4.7 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 77.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 68.7 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4471 lb. | 60 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 61.2 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.9 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.5 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 61.1 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.3 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.8 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 36.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 58.6 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 48.5 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 29.3 in | 5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 108.6 in (over 3 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 81.5 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |
2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review |
2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review |