| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Volvo S40 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,917 mm | 4,468 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,564 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 60 L | 13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 988 mm | -10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 945 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 874 mm | 48 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 371 L | 357 L | 14 L |
| 2008 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 2007 Volvo S40.