Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,714 mm | 5,009 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,583 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 70 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 986 mm | -31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 953 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 871 mm | 1,039 mm | 870 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 396 L | 408 L | -12 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 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |