Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus SC | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
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 | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 108.3 in | -5.2 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 190.7 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 78.5 in | -6.5 in |
Height | 53.1 in | 68.2 in | -15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 4535 lb. | -695 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 61.6 in | -7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 59.0 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.2 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 38.6 in | -11.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 46.6 in | 61.5 in | -14.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.5 in | 59.1 in | -9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 38.7 in | -11.6 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 | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -38.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 8.8 | 42.9 ft3 | -34.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.8 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -74.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Lexus SC.
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 |