| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.9 in | 3.3 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 186.2 in | 7.4 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 72.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 66.1 in | -9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3860 lb. | 152 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.5 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.1 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -25.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -71.6 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 RX.