Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura RL | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 109.8 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 188.2 in | 5.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 74.0 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 74.6 in | -17.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4871 lb. | -859 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.5 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.1 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.8 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -24.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 49.7 ft3 | -36.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -64.4 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 |
2006 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
It is great for young children, but not very comfortable for adults. It would LEGALLY allow you to drive many people around, but certainly not comfortably in the third row. Third row does NOT allow room even for kids in car seats to have any leg room. see full Lexus GX review |