| Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Lexus LS | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 216 kW@6200 347 Nm@5000 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 266 kW@6400 466 Nm@4100 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,969 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,917 mm | 5,029 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,875 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 2,097 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 84 L | -11 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 965 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 965 mm | -20 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 909 mm | 13 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,019 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 371 L | 510 L | -139 L |
| 2007 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Lexus LS.