Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
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 | AWD | 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 | 2,135 kg | 2,057 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 |
2009 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 |
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 |