Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura RL | Cadillac Escalade | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 345 hp@5200 380 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 116.0 in | -5.8 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 198.9 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.9 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 74.2 in | -17.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5537 lb. | -1525 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -11.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.7 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 65.2 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 61.4 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 65.1 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 61.3 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.6 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.3 in | -27.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | -28.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 63.6 ft3 | -50.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -91.5 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 |
2006 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |