Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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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 | 113.9 in | -3.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 188.8 in | 4.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 76.4 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 68.2 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4711 lb. | -699 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.8 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.9 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.9 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -57.8 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 |
2011 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |