Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura RL | Cadillac SRX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6400 315 lb-ft@4400 |
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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 | 116.4 in | -6.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 194.9 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.6 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.8 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4442 lb. | -430 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.7 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.1 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.6 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.3 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 41.0 in | -4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.6 in | -43.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.2 in | -24.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -28.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 32.4 ft3 | -19.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 69.5 ft3 | -56.4 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 |
2009 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
2 teenage kids love it see full Cadillac SRX review |
2009 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat belts attached to front seats and not adjustable up and down. Lower sitting heighth than Lexus or other crossover SUVs or at least the appearance of same. see full Cadillac SRX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The center console is too wide and gets in the way see full Cadillac SRX review |