Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,916 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,917 mm | 4,821 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,938 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,763 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 2,277 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 93 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 1,016 mm | 977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 998 mm | -53 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 980 mm | -58 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 1,028 L | 370 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 1,934 L | 12.1 |
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 |
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |