Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
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@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-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 | 4,867 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 | 2,064 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 | 953 mm | -3 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 |
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 |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |