Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Acura TL | Lincoln MKS | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.9 in | -3.6 in |
Length | 195.3 in | 205.6 in | -10.3 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 75.9 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 61.6 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 4504 lb. | -533 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.7 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.6 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.9 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.5 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 57.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.3 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 38.6 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 | -6.1 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 2016 Lincoln MKS.