Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 261 hp@5600 281 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 190.7 in | -12 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.5 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 68.2 in | 6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4539 lb. | -374 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.6 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 59.0 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.6 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 61.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 59.1 in | -13 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 38.7 in | -4.3 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 | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -32.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 42.9 ft3 | -7.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -17.8 ft3 |
2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |