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Acura RL (2006) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Acura RL and 2011 Hyundai Sonata specs.

2006 Acura RL and 2011 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model Acura RL Hyundai Sonata  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
290 hp@6200
256 lb-ft@5000		 turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
274 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1750		  
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.2 in 110.0 in 0.2 in
Length 193.6 in 189.8 in 3.8 in
Width 72.2 in 72.2 in 0 in
Height 57.1 in 57.9 in -0.8 in
Curb Weight 4012 lb. 3338 lb. 674 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.4 gal. 18.5 gal. 0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 40.0 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 57.9 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 55.2 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 45.5 in -3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.8 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 56.7 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.0 in 54.9 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 34.6 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 80.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume 13.1 ft3 16.4 ft3 -3.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura RL

2006 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 
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