Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 104.3 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 183.4 in | 177.4 in | 6 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 69.9 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.3 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3345 lb. | 2723 lb. | 622 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.6 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.2 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.5 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 55.1 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 54.0 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 35.0 in | -0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review |