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Acura RL (2008) vs. Ford Focus (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Acura RL and 2012 Ford Focus specs.

2008 Acura RL and 2012 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Acura RL Ford Focus  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 104.3 in 5.9 in
Length 193.6 in 178.5 in 15.1 in
Width 72.2 in 71.8 in 0.4 in
Height 57.1 in 57.7 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 4012 lb. 2907 lb. 1105 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.4 gal. 12.4 gal. 7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 38.3 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 55.6 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 53.9 in 1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.9 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 38.0 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 53.7 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 52.7 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 33.2 in 3.1 in
Total Legroom 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 3.6 in
Cargo Volume 13.1 ft3 13.2 ft3 -0.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RL

2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review
 
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