| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Acura TL | Audi Q7 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 118.2 in | -8.9 in |
| Length | 195.3 in | 200.3 in | -5 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 78.1 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 68.4 in | -11.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3708 lb. | 5192 lb. | -1484 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 58.1 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -28.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 42.0 ft3 | -28.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -59.4 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi Q7.