Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
Model | Acura RL | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
|
Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,917 mm | 4,961 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,570 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 64 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 978 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 963 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 996 mm | -74 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,065 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 371 L | 453 L | -82 L |
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 2016 Toyota Avalon.