Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 108.3 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 190.7 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 78.5 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.2 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4348 lb. | 4535 lb. | -187 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 61.6 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.0 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.2 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 61.5 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 59.1 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -29.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 25 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 | 42.9 ft3 | -2.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus RX.
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2009 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |