Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,658 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,517 kg | 2,383 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 100 L | -35 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 983 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 973 mm | -26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 904 mm | -35 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 374 L | 878 L | -504 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 | 2,010 L | 11.2 |
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 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |