| Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Lexus RZ | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
Electric 308 hp 321 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 1,422 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 4,917 mm | 4,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,895 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 2,070 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 0 L | 73 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 980 mm | -2 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 983 mm | -38 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,316 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 953 mm | -31 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 966 L | -595 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 0 L | 13.1 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Lexus RZ.