| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura RSX | Volvo C70 | |
| 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 Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Length | 172.4 in | 180.4 in | -8 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 72.3 in | -4.4 in |
| Height | 54.9 in | 55.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2840 lb. | 3792 lb. | -952 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -3.2 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 | 16.0 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 3.2 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 2009 Volvo C70.