Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Acura RL | Mercedes-Benz GLB | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5800 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.4 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 182.4 in | 11.2 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.2 in | 0 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 65.3 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3869 lb. | 143 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.7 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.9 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.1 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 38.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.8 in | -43.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | -29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 22.0 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 | -48.9 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB.