Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7000 172 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 104.3 in | 2.3 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 166.1 in | 20.1 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 70.5 in | 2 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 55.1 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3400 lb. | 2943 lb. | 457 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 55.6 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.2 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.9 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.3 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.0 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 52.6 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 31.7 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | -22.1 ft3 |
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 |
2016 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster review |