| Model Year | 2006 | 2023 | |
| Model | Acura RSX | Volvo C40 | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
Electric 402 hp 487 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,379 mm | 4,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,725 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,394 mm | 1,595 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,288 kg | 2,149 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 0 L | 50 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 1,039 mm | 959 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,336 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 866 mm | 932 mm | -66 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,303 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,173 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 742 mm | 917 mm | -175 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,836 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 453 L | 433 L | 20 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 | 1,388 L | 15 |
| 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 Volvo C40.