| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura RSX | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
turbocharged 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 317 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 112.2 in | -11 in |
| Length | 172.4 in | 192.5 in | -20.1 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 75.6 in | -7.7 in |
| Height | 54.9 in | 67.3 in | -12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2840 lb. | 4155 lb. | -1315 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.8 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 58.1 in | -5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 56.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.1 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 34.1 in | 38.6 in | -4.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.3 in | 56.5 in | -5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.2 in | 55.9 in | -9.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 37.4 in | -8.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 29.6 ft3 | -13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 46.2 ft3 | -30.2 ft3 |
| 2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Lexus RX.