Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura TL | Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
supercharged 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 390 hp@5750 410 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 108.0 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 195.3 in | 188.5 in | 6.8 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 75.9 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 71.5 in | -14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 5670 lb. | -1699 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 23.3 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.0 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 39.1 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.4 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 58.2 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.6 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 33.8 ft3 | -20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -57.9 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.