Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus GX | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 108.3 in | 1.5 in |
Length | 188.2 in | 191.6 in | -3.4 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 78.5 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 74.6 in | 68.2 in | 6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4871 lb. | 4550 lb. | 321 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 61.6 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.0 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 61.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 59.1 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.5 in | 37.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 57.1 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 56.4 in | 42.0 in | 14.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.9 in | 29.1 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.7 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 77.5 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
2006 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
It is great for young children, but not very comfortable for adults. It would LEGALLY allow you to drive many people around, but certainly not comfortably in the third row. Third row does NOT allow room even for kids in car seats to have any leg room. see full Lexus GX 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 |