Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 103.9 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 189.2 in | 167.4 in | 21.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.2 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.0 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3795 lb. | 3200 lb. | 595 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 53.6 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.1 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 47.0 in | 9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 41.5 in | 12.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 33.9 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.5 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 46 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |