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Acura RL (2008) vs. Acura RDX (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Acura RL and 2011 Acura RDX specs.

2008 Acura RL and 2011 Acura RDX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Acura RL Acura RDX  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
290 hp@6200
256 lb-ft@5000
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 104.3 in 5.9 in
Length 193.6 in 180.7 in 12.9 in
Width 72.2 in 73.6 in -1.4 in
Height 57.1 in 65.2 in -8.1 in
Curb Weight 4012 lb. 3931 lb. 81 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.4 gal. 18.0 gal. 1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 38.7 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 58.2 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 54.4 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.8 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 38.3 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 56.3 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 53.0 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 37.6 in -1.3 in
Total Legroom 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) -0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 27.8 ft3 -14.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 ft3 60.6 ft3 -47.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RL

2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review
2007 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Acura RDX

2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
back support is excellent see full Acura RDX review
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
For, supportive, yet easy to find a comfortable position. see full Acura RDX review
2011 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review
 
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