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2009 Acura TSX and 2008 Audi A3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Acura TSX | Audi A3 | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7000 170 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 101.5 in | 5.1 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 168.7 in | 17.5 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 69.5 in | 3 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 56.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3488 lb. | 3329 lb. | 159 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.3 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 52.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 34.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -42 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura TSX
| 2009 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Drove 4 straight hours in these seats. They hug in corners and don't leave you butt feeling numb even after long drives. Not many seats out there that are more comfortable (Volvo is one of the makers that comes to mind with better seats) see full Acura TSX review |
| 2009 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats can be a little tight for people on the tallish side (for me, anything above 5'10"). This can get more complicated with a tall driver/front passenger and tall rear seat occupants. see full Acura TSX review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The trunk space is adequate, but get a hatchback or wagon (or SUV if you're into that sort of thing) if you're going to regularly carrying anything more than the usual grocery bags, suitcases, golf bags, etc. That said, the 60/40 split fold rear seats will allow for surprisingly longish items to fit (managed a 6 foot ladder, barely). see full Acura TSX review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are fairly comfortable, but they only provide about 34" of legroom, and there is very little clearance below the seats. see full Acura TSX review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If the front seats are pushed back, not a lot of foot room in back see full Acura TSX review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There could have been a bit more rear leg space - althoug, the seats are pretty comfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Smaller than comparably priced sedans. see full Acura TSX review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Audi A3
| 2008 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is too small for most adults. I hadn't thought about it much when I bought the car, but it became apparent. I'd take friends to lunch and they are uncomfortable.Even ifa personplans on sitting small children in the back, they grow and the useful life of the car is affected. I wish the Europeans would figure that out. see full Audi A3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Due to the position of the doors it is hard to get in and out of the car. see full Audi A3 review |
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