Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura TL | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,961 mm | 4,867 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,880 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,801 kg | 2,064 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 79 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 996 mm | -21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 980 mm | -48 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 983 mm | -64 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 953 mm | -953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,450 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,067 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 739 mm | -739 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 425 L | -54 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 1,215 L | 12.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 2,364 L | 11.1 |
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL review |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |