Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura RL | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.1 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 186.2 in | 9.6 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 68.1 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 56.1 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4083 lb. | 3435 lb. | 648 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 54.4 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 51.0 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 44.1 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 53.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.6 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 33.9 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Acura RL.
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |