Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Acura TL | Lexus LS | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 360 hp@6400 347 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 116.9 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 195.3 in | 200.0 in | -4.7 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 73.8 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.1 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 4651 lb. | -680 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.2 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.4 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 43.7 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 56.9 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.5 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.8 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -4.9 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 |
2014 Lexus LS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Jaguar's sports car-like interior design lends it a sporty character, but at the cost of front seat room, perceived even more than actual. The Lexus feels much roomier. The cushy, well-shaped front seats in the Lexus are among the most comfortable in the class. The Jaguar's are nearly as comfortable, though, and I like the BMW's most of all. Despite a plethora of adjustments, the Audi A8's are firmer and less form-fitting than the others. Move to the back seat, and even in the regular wheelbase cars there's plenty of room and comfort for most adults. The long wheelbase only makes sense if the back seat will often carry tall adults, or people who want limo-like legroom even if they don't have the legs of an NBA center. see full Lexus LS review |
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