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Hyundai Sonata (2011) vs. Acura RL (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Acura RL specs.

2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Acura RL Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Hyundai Sonata Acura RL  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
274 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1750		 3.5L V6
OHC-4v
290 hp@6200
256 lb-ft@5000		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 110.2 in -0.2 in
Length 189.8 in 193.6 in -3.8 in
Width 72.2 in 72.2 in 0 in
Height 57.9 in 57.1 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3338 lb. 4012 lb. -674 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 19.4 gal. -0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 38.5 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 58.5 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 55.1 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 42.4 in 3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.7 in 56.1 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 54.0 in 0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 36.3 in -1.7 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 1.4 in
Cargo Volume 16.4 ft3 13.1 ft3 3.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura RL

2008 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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