| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Volvo S80 | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 224 kW@6300 367 Nm@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 210 kW@5600 400 Nm@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,835 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,973 mm | 4,851 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,847 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,453 mm | 1,494 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,859 kg | 1,822 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 70 L | 3 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 960 mm | 18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 973 mm | -28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 889 mm | 33 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 391 L | 422 L | -31 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Acura RL.
| 2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |