Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RL | BMW 7-Series | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 120.9 in | -10.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 199.8 in | -6.2 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 74.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.3 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4564 lb. | -552 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.6 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.2 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.2 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.4 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 | -4.6 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 2009 BMW 7-Series.