Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura TL | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.9 in | 5.4 in |
Length | 195.3 in | 178.0 in | 17.3 in |
Width | 74.0 in | 69.7 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.4 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 3543 lb. | 428 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.2 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 53.7 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.6 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.1 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 54.1 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 50.7 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.4 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -14.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -49.8 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 |
2009 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |