| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mini Convertible | Acura TL | |
| Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
3.2L V6 OHC-4v 258 hp@6200 233 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,466 mm | 2,741 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 3,635 mm | 4,808 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,689 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,410 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,295 kg | 1,580 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 65 L | -15 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 983 mm | -8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,293 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,412 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,087 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 945 mm | 23 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,415 mm | 990 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 699 mm | 886 mm | -187 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,748 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,974 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 119 L | 354 L | -235 L |
| 2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
| 2007 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable on long drives see full Acura TL review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for long trips. see full Acura TL review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats with extensive adjustment ability. see full Acura TL review |
| 2007 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Again - not much to say bad. I just never sit in it. see full Acura TL review |