Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW X3 | Acura RL | |
Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6600 225 lb-ft@2750 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.1 in | 110.2 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 179.7 in | 193.6 in | -13.9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.2 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 66.0 in | 57.1 in | 8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 4012 lb. | 0 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 58.5 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.4 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 56.1 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.3 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 57.9 ft3 |
2008 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review |
2008 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review |
2008 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 |