| Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Audi SQ8 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 500 hp@5500 568 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 117.9 in | -7.7 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 196.6 in | -3 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 78.5 in | -6.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 67.2 in | -10.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5324 lb. | -1312 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.5 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.5 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 40.2 in | -3.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | -47.6 ft3 |
| 2008 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 2023 Audi SQ8.