Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura RL | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 118.9 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 202.0 in | -8.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 78.3 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 69.3 in | -12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4387 lb. | -375 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.9 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 63.2 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.2 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.8 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 65.3 in | -9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 65.9 in | -11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 40.9 in | -4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.5 in | -60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 80.1 ft3 | -67 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -128.4 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 |
2007 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |