Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura RL | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.0 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 195.8 in | 197.2 in | -1.4 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 72.8 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.5 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4083 lb. | 3490 lb. | 593 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.4 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.8 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.5 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.2 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 40.9 in | -4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Acura RL.
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |