| Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura TL | Audi Q8 | |
| Engine | 3.2L V6 OHC-4v 258 hp@6200 233 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5700 369 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 117.9 in | -10 in |
| Length | 189.3 in | 196.6 in | -7.3 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 78.5 in | -6.3 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 67.2 in | -10.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3483 lb. | 4971 lb. | -1488 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 58.5 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 40.2 in | -5.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.8 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 30.5 ft3 | -18 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 60.7 ft3 | -48.2 ft3 |
| 2007 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable on long drives see full Acura TL review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for long trips. see full Acura TL review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats with extensive adjustment ability. see full Acura TL review |
| 2007 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 |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. 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 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Again - not much to say bad. I just never sit in it. see full Acura TL review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Audi Q8.