Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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 | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,729 mm | 4,867 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,844 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,855 kg | 2,064 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 79 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 980 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 983 mm | -58 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 | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,085 L | 425 L | -424 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.3 | 1,215 L | 37.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,398 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX 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 |