BMW X1 (2014) vs. Acura RL (2006) Specs

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2014 BMW X1 and 2006 Acura RL Specifications

Model Year	2014	2006
Model	BMW X1	Acura RL
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.7 in	110.2 in	-1.5 in
Length	176.5 in	193.6 in	-17.1 in
Width	70.8 in	72.2 in	-1.4 in
Height	60.8 in	57.1 in	3.7 in
Curb Weight	3891 lb.	4012 lb.	-121 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	19.4 gal.	-2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.3 in	38.5 in	2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.0 in	58.5 in	-3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.1 in	-55.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.4 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.7 in	37.2 in	2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	56.1 in	-1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.0 in	-54 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.9 in	36.3 in	-1.4 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	-2.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	13.1 ft³	1.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.7 ft³	13.1 ft³	34.6 ft³

2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	BMW makes great sport seats, with support in the right places and power-adjustable side bolsters. This said, those in the X1 Sport Line feel less cushy, and so less overtly comfortable, than I recall from other BMWs. The Evoque's front buckets lack adjustable side bolsters, but feel more luxurious. While the BMW wins on support, the Land Rover wins on comfort. Another tie. Update: when I later had an Evoque for a week its seats felt less comfortable than they had during the dealer test drive. So I'm revising this rating in favor of the BMW. see full BMW X1 review

2014 BMW X1 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The BMW X1's interior dimensions also closely resemble those of the previous-generation 3-Series. Up front, there's a little less space to stretch out than in the X3. But abundant headroom. About half of the X1's additional height is over one's head--you sit only a couple inches higher than in the 3-Series. This additional airspace also distinguishes the X1 from the allroad. Rear seat room could be more of an issue. As in the old 3 and the new allroad, a couple of average-sized adults will fit behind a couple more with perhaps an inch or two of clearance for their knees, while a third would be a squeeze. The seat back reclines, but the seat cushion is too low to provide good thigh support. The Evoque is similarly a less-than-ideal choice for four-plus adults taking a long trip. see full BMW X1 review

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2006 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review
2007	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review

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