| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Acura RL | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 110.2 in | -11.8 in |
| Length | 166.9 in | 193.6 in | -26.7 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 72.2 in | -5.5 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2365 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1647 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -7.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.5 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 58.5 in | -5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 55.1 in | -4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 56.1 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 54.0 in | -4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.3 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
| 2007 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review |
| 2007 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 |