Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 109.8 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 193.7 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.4 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 57.9 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3547 lb. | 465 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.4 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.3 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.1 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.5 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.9 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.0 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -3.5 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 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |