Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.4 in | 108.3 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 191.6 in | -8.3 in |
Width | 70.0 in | 78.5 in | -8.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 68.2 in | -11 in |
Curb Weight | 3194 lb. | 4550 lb. | -1356 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 61.6 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.0 in | -59 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 61.5 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.1 in | -59.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.7 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 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 | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -29.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.7 | 42.9 ft3 | -27.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -67.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 |