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2009 Saturn AURA and 2008 Acura TL Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Saturn AURA | Acura TL | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.2L V6 OHC-4v 258 hp@6200 233 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 107.9 in | 4.4 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 189.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 72.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 56.7 in | 0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3660 lb. | 3483 lb. | 177 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 17.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.3 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.8 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.7 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 53.8 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.9 in | 2.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saturn AURA
| 2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Acura TL
| 2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
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 |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. 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 |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cramped backseat see full Acura TL review |
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