Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 563 hp@6800 479 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.5 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 182.6 in | 11 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 76.3 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 49.3 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3573 lb. | 439 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 22.4 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 63.2 in | -8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 41.7 in (over 1 rows) | 37 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 | 6.9 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.