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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Acura MDX (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2006 Acura MDX specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2006 Acura MDX Specifications

Model Year 2009 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
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,793 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,956 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,745 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,135 kg 2,028 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 77 L 8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 975 mm -974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,554 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,445 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,054 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 991 mm -8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,552 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 960 mm -23 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 917 mm 33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 1,488 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 1,232 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 744 mm 142 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 2,758 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 419 L -34 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 1,405 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 2,308 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX

2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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