Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura RL | Nissan Xterra | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 178.7 in | 14.9 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.8 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 74.9 in | -17.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4150 lb. | -138 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.9 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.3 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.9 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.3 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 46.1 in | 7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.4 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -22.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -52.6 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 |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |