Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura RL | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 110.5 in | -0.3 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 200.4 in | -6.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.9 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.7 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3712 lb. | 300 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.4 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.7 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.4 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.6 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 57.2 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.6 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |