Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 126.6 in | -21.5 in |
Length | 183.4 in | 203.1 in | -19.7 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 77.1 in | -7.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 65.4 in | -8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3345 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1615 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 60.3 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 39.8 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.4 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 59.6 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 36.2 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.2 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.2 | 42.2 ft3 | -29 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -71.8 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.