| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Audi TT | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 97.2 in | 13 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 164.5 in | 29.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 72.5 in | -0.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 53.5 in | 3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3241 lb. | 771 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 53.2 in | 5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 32.6 in | 4.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 47.5 in | 8.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 29.2 in | 7.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 70.3 in (over 2 rows) | 8.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 24.7 ft3 | -11.6 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 |
| 2010 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good front seat support and comfort. Long drives in this car are enjoyable. see full Audi TT review |
| 2010 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
if you can call them rear seats... literally zero leg room or headroom in the back. rear seats (if you can call them that) is only fit for children or short people with no legs... see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
They are a great shelf see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
Other than a small child you really cant fit much in the back seat but I dont mind that see full Audi TT review |
| 2009 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
This is a two seater. nice place to put the brief case. see full Audi TT review |