Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura TL | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 3.2L V6 OHC-4v 258 hp@6200 233 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 112.5 in | -4.6 in |
Length | 189.3 in | 188.8 in | 0.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 71.4 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 69.3 in | -12.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3907 lb. | -327 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.9 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.7 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 51.1 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.1 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 55.9 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 51.4 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.9 in | 40.2 in | -5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.5 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.5 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -54.6 ft3 |
2006 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 on long drives 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 |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
many sporty like 4dr sedans lack backseat legroom. this one has enough to where you can seat 4 adults comfortably when going out to dinner, movies, etc. see full Acura TL review |
2006 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Kind of cramped for taller persons. see full Acura TL review |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |