Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RL | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.4 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 187.2 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 75.9 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 68.0 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1288 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.7 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.7 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.6 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -57.9 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.