Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Nissan LEAF | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 175.0 in | 18.6 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 61.0 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3366 lb. | 646 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 41.2 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.4 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 51.5 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.1 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 52.5 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 50.0 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 31.1 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 0.0 | 13.1 ft3 |
2007 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 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review |