Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Honda Civic | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 209 kW@6200 344 Nm@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@7800 188 Nm@6200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,714 mm | 4,488 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,753 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,321 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 50 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 1,001 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 950 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 871 mm | 879 mm | -8 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 396 L | 340 L | 56 L |
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 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |