Acura MDX vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2023 catalog dimensions. Acura MDX · Ford Explorer
- Length198.4 in
- Height67.1 in
- Wheelbase113.8 in
- Curb weight4,271 lb – 4,788 lb
- Width78.7 in
- Ford Explorer width78.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Acura MDX is 0.4 in shorter (198.4 in vs 198.8 in)
- Width: Acura MDX is 0.2 in narrower (78.7 in vs 78.9 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 3.1 in taller (67.1 in vs 70.2 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 5.3 in longer wheelbase (113.8 in vs 119.1 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 181 lb heavier (4,530 lb vs 4,711 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 5.3 in longer wheelbase (113.8 in vs 119.1 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 3.1 in taller (67.1 in vs 70.2 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 181 lb heavier (4,530 lb vs 4,711 lb)
- Width: Acura MDX is 0.2 in narrower (78.7 in vs 78.9 in)
- Length: Acura MDX is 0.4 in shorter (198.4 in vs 198.8 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageAcura MDX — Acura MDX is shorter by 0.4 in Check garage fit for Acura MDX · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- Narrower for tight parkingAcura MDX — Acura MDX is narrower by 0.2 in
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Acura MDX | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 198.4 in | 198.8 in | 0.4 in |
| Width | 78.7 in | 78.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Height | 67.1 in | 70.2 in | 3.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 119.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in | — |
| Curb weight | 4,530 lb | 4,711 lb | 181 lb |
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