Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura TL | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 OHC-4v 258 hp@6200 233 lb-ft@5000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 116.0 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 189.3 in | 202.0 in | -12.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 79.0 in | -6.8 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 76.9 in | -20.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 5345 lb. | -1765 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -8.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.1 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 65.3 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 64.4 in | -8.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.3 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 65.2 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 60.6 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 39.0 in | -4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.7 in | -61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.6 in | -25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | -28.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.5 | 60.3 ft3 | -47.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -96.4 ft3 |
2006 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for long trips. see full Acura TL review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable on long drives see full Acura TL review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats with extensive adjustment ability. see full Acura TL review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
many sporty like 4dr sedans lack backseat legroom. this one has enough to where you can seat 4 adults comfortably when going out to dinner, movies, etc. see full Acura TL review |
2006 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Again - not much to say bad. I just never sit in it. see full Acura TL review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Kind of cramped for taller persons. see full Acura TL review |
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |