

Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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 Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.7 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 193.4 in | -4.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.7 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 72.8 in | -14.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3809 lb. | 4531 lb. | -722 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 59.0 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.4 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 55.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.9 in | -2.6 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 | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.5 | 43.9 ft3 | -12.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
2012 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |