| Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Lexus LX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.4L V6 DOHC-4v 409 hp@5200 479 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in | -2 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 200.2 in | -6.6 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 78.4 in | -6.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 74.2 in | -17.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5665 lb. | -1653 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.4 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 59.7 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.0 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 58.9 in | -4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.2 in | -35.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.0 in | -49 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.1 in | -31.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 108.8 in (over 3 rows) | -30.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 11.0 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 44.0 ft3 | -30.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 64.0 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
| 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 2023 Lexus LX.