Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura RL | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,917 mm | 5,126 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 2,168 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 83 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 1,026 mm | 977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 991 mm | -46 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 937 mm | -15 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,458 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 535 L | -164 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 1,911 L | 12.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 3,290 L | 10.1 |
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 |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |