Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RL | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.9 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 200.3 in | -6.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 74.9 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.4 in | -10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4204 lb. | -192 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.4 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.2 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.8 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.4 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.8 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 47.4 ft3 | -34.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -72.1 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 |
2008 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |