

Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura RL | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 107.9 in | 2.3 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 187.8 in | 8 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 74.2 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 66.3 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4099 lb. | 4348 lb. | -249 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.0 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.6 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.6 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.5 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | -26.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -66.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Acura RL.
2010 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 |