Model Year | 2006 | 2021 | |
Model | Acura RL | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 105.9 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 180.9 in | 12.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.0 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.0 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3490 lb. | 522 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.3 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.0 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.4 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 47.7 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.8 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -24.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 0.0 | 13.1 ft3 |
2006 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 |
2021 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |