Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura TL | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.4 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 195.3 in | 175.6 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 69.7 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 52.8 in | 4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3708 lb. | 3064 lb. | 644 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 54.8 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 53.3 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.7 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.8 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 54.9 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 48.1 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 32.2 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |