Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Fusion | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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 Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,841 mm | 4,867 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,650 kg | 2,064 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 79 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 996 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 980 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,354 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 983 mm | -41 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 953 mm | -953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,450 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,067 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 739 mm | -739 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 467 L | 425 L | 42 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.5 | 1,215 L | 15.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.5 | 2,364 L | 14.5 |
2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion 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 |