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2009 Acura TL and 2010 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Acura TL | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 104.7 in | 4.6 in |
| Length | 195.3 in | 181.1 in | 14.2 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 71.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 66.3 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 3680 lb. | 291 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.1 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 53.8 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.8 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.7 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 55.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.4 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 38.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 37.2 ft3 | -24.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -59.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura TL
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota RAV4
| 2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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