| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Volvo XC70 | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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 Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,814 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,839 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,603 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,883 kg | 2,059 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 79 L | -9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 996 mm | -13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 980 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 983 mm | -104 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 907 mm | -907 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 | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 943 L | 425 L | 518 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.3 | 1,215 L | 32.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,039 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Volvo XC70.
| 2008 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 |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids 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 |
| 2008 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 |