Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 108.3 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 191.6 in | 5.5 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 78.5 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 68.2 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4731 lb. | 4550 lb. | 181 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 61.6 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.0 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.6 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 61.5 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 59.1 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 57.1 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 42.0 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 29.1 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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 |