Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Acura RL | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 110.2 in | -10.8 in |
Length | 173.1 in | 193.6 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 72.2 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 57.1 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2727 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1285 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.5 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 58.5 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 55.1 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.4 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 56.1 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 54.0 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.3 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic 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 |