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Acura RL (2008) vs. Cadillac Escalade (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Cadillac Escalade specs.

2008 Acura RL and 2008 Cadillac Escalade Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Acura RL Cadillac Escalade  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
290 hp@6200
256 lb-ft@5000
6.2L V8
OHV-2v
403 hp@5700
417 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 116.0 in -5.8 in
Length 193.6 in 202.5 in -8.9 in
Width 72.2 in 79.0 in -6.8 in
Height 57.1 in 75.9 in -18.8 in
Curb Weight 4012 lb. 5665 lb. -1653 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.4 gal. 26.0 gal. -6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 41.1 in -2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 65.3 in -6.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 64.4 in -9.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.3 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.2 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 65.2 in -9.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 60.6 in -6.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 39.0 in -2.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.9 in -37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 61.7 in -61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 49.1 in -49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 25.6 in -25.6 in
Total Legroom 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 105.9 in (over 3 rows) -27.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 16.9 ft3 -3.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 13.1 60.3 ft3 -47.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 ft3 108.9 ft3 -95.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RL

2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Cadillac Escalade

2008 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lots of room for the driver and passenger see full Cadillac Escalade review
2007 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easy access to a 3rd row seat that has ample room and comfort. see full Cadillac Escalade review
 
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