Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Acura RL | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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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 | 112.6 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 198.3 in | -4.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.9 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 70.0 in | -12.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4890 lb. | -878 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 41.4 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.5 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.3 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.6 in | -3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 61.0 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.8 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.5 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 43.9 ft3 | -30.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 | -68.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Ford Explorer.