Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
Model | Acura RL | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 98.0 in | 12.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 173.6 in | 20 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 67.8 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.1 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 2783 lb. | 1229 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 52.7 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 50.6 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 49.0 in | 7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 49.2 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 31.2 in | 5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 5.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 0.3 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 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |