Mercedes-Benz GLC (2016) vs. Acura RL (2008) Specs

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC and 2008 Acura RL Specifications

Model Year	2016	2008
Model	Mercedes-Benz GLC	Acura RL
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 241 hp@5550 273 lb-ft@1300	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	9-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	113.1 in	110.2 in	2.9 in
Length	183.3 in	193.6 in	-10.3 in
Width	74.4 in	72.2 in	2.2 in
Height	64.5 in	57.1 in	7.4 in
Curb Weight	3946 lb.	4012 lb.	-66 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.4 gal.	19.4 gal.	-2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.8 in	38.5 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.3 in	58.5 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	55.1 in	-55.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.8 in	42.4 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	37.2 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	56.1 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.0 in	-54 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.3 in	36.3 in	1 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	-0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	20.5 ft³	13.1 ft³	7.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.5 ft³	13.1 ft³	43.4 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC.

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

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