| Model Year | 2008 | 2022 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Lexus NX | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 317 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 183.5 in | 10.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 65.8 in | -8.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4035 lb. | -23 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.0 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 46.9 ft3 | -33.8 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 2022 Lexus NX.