Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RL | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,917 mm | 4,798 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,897 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 2,189 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 80 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 1,008 mm | 977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 975 mm | -30 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 879 mm | 43 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 902 mm | -902 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 765 mm | -765 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 249 L | 122 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 1,226 L | 12.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 2,410 L | 11.1 |
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 |
2011 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In an effort to make room for the third seat, the leg room up front has been compromised see full Volvo XC90 review |