Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.3 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 191.6 in | 1.8 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 78.5 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 68.2 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 4550 lb. | 156 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 61.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.0 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 61.5 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 59.1 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 37.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 57.1 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 42.0 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 29.1 in | 5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Ford Explorer.
2011 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 |