Acura TL (2011) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

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2011 Acura TL and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2011	2013
Model	Acura TL	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.3 in	101.5 in	7.8 in
Length	195.3 in	165.4 in	29.9 in
Width	74.0 in	70.3 in	3.7 in
Height	57.2 in	58.3 in	-1.1 in
Curb Weight	3971 lb.	3326 lb.	645 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	14.5 gal.	4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	39.3 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.1 in	54.7 in	3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.7 in	0.0 in	55.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.5 in	41.2 in	1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.7 in	38.5 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.2 in	52.8 in	3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.8 in	0.0 in	54.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.2 in	35.5 in	0.7 in
Total Legroom	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.1 ft³	15.0 ft³	-1.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	13.1 ft³	46.0 ft³	-32.9 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

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review

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