

Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura RL | Acura RSX | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 101.2 in | 9 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 172.4 in | 23.4 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 67.9 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 54.9 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4099 lb. | 2840 lb. | 1259 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 52.6 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 51.1 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 34.1 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 51.3 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 46.2 in | 7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 29.2 in | 7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Acura RL.
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |