| Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura TL | Audi SQ5 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 286 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 349 hp@5400 369 lb-ft@1370 |
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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 | 111.2 in | -3.3 in |
| Length | 189.3 in | 183.9 in | 5.4 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 74.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 65.3 in | -8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3534 lb. | 4288 lb. | -754 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 40.9 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 56.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 37.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 26.8 ft3 | -14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 60.4 ft3 | -47.9 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 SQ5.