Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RSX | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.9 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 172.4 in | 167.4 in | 5 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.2 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 54.9 in | 57.0 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2840 lb. | 3200 lb. | -360 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 53.6 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 53.1 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.1 in | 36.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.3 in | 47.0 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.2 in | 41.5 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 33.9 in | -4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -4.2 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 |
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |