Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Chrysler Town & Country | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 121.2 in | -11 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 202.5 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.7 in | -6.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.9 in | -10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4652 lb. | -640 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.8 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 63.7 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 58.4 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.7 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 64.1 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 65.0 in | -11 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.5 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.7 in | -32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -19.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 83.3 ft3 | -70.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -130.7 ft3 |
2006 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 |
2011 Chrysler Town & Country Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good driving position, comfortable seat, good views out the windows. Easy reach to shifter, radio, heater, easy steering wheel control buttons. Quiet at highway speeds. see full Chrysler Town & Country review |