Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 103.9 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 176.2 in | 17.4 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 57.2 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3363 lb. | 649 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.2 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 50.7 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 34.4 in | 1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
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 2011 Volvo S40.