| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
| Model | Volvo V50 | Acura RL | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5000 320 Nm@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 216 kW@6200 347 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,521 mm | 4,917 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,458 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,607 kg | 1,820 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 73 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 978 mm | 10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 945 mm | 23 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 922 mm | -48 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 362 L | 371 L | -9 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,252 L | 13.1 | -12.1 L |
| 2010 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 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 |