Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RL | BMW X5 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 115.5 in | -5.3 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 191.1 in | 2.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 76.1 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 69.5 in | -12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5335 lb. | -1323 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.3 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 60.0 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.0 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.0 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.0 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.6 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 7.1 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 21.9 ft3 | -8.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -48.7 ft3 |
2006 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 2008 BMW X5.