Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RL | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 216 kW@6200 347 Nm@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 340 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,917 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,855 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 73 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 1,001 mm | 977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 980 mm | -35 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 925 mm | -3 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 1,085 L | 370 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 2,398 L | 11.1 |
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 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |