| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Acura TSX | Lexus GX | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 109.8 in | -4.7 in |
| Length | 183.4 in | 188.2 in | -4.8 in |
| Width | 69.4 in | 74.0 in | -4.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 74.6 in | -17.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3345 lb. | 4871 lb. | -1526 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.2 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 57.5 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 57.4 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 54.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.8 in | -2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -26.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.2 | 49.7 ft3 | -36.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -64.3 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 |
| 2007 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |