| Model Year | 2007 | 2015 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 117.8 in | -7.6 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 202.2 in | -8.6 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 76.7 in | -4.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4365 lb. | -353 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
| 2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Audi A8 / S8.