Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura TL | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,961 mm | 4,285 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,880 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,801 kg | 1,660 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 57 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 968 mm | 7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 937 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 884 mm | 35 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 371 L | 371 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 1,546 L | 12.1 |
2010 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 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |