

Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 113.7 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 183.4 in | 193.4 in | -10 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 73.7 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 72.8 in | -15.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3345 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1186 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 59.0 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.4 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.7 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 58.9 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 55.5 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.9 in | -2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.2 | 43.9 ft3 | -30.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -70.5 ft3 |
2007 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
able to undertake long drives in comfort. Able to enter/leave car without being contortionist. Easy copes with my (very) large body frame. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passengers love the car. Never had any complaints. see full Acura TSX review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
This is a very subjective area, but I found the seat comfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Smaller than comparably priced sedans. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 205-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Not enough of it. see full Acura TSX review |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |