Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Lincoln MKS | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.9 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 204.1 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 75.9 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 61.6 in | -4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4438 lb. | -426 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.7 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.6 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.3 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.9 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.3 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.6 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
2006 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 |
2011 Lincoln MKS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seat comfort see full Lincoln MKS review |