| Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Volvo S60 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 216 kW@6200 347 Nm@5000 |
turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 192 kW@5500 350 Nm@2100 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,917 mm | 4,577 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,814 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,539 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 68 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 983 mm | -5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 963 mm | -18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 846 mm | 76 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 371 L | 394 L | -23 L |
| 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 |
| 2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |