| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Lexus LX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 275 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 | 112.2 in | -2 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 192.5 in | 1.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 76.4 in | -4.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 72.8 in | -15.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5590 lb. | -1578 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.1 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 61.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 58.6 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 61.1 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 57.9 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.3 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.3 in | -27.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | -25.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 19.1 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 39.2 ft3 | -26.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 90.4 ft3 | -77.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Lexus LX.