Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
Model | Acura RL | Volkswagen Arteon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5350 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 111.9 in | -1.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 191.5 in | 2.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 56.8 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3929 lb. | 83 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.5 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.3 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 46.5 in | 7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 40.2 in | -3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 56.2 ft3 | -43.1 ft3 |
2007 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 2023 Volkswagen Arteon.