| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Acura TSX | Volvo S40 | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
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 Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,658 mm | 4,475 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,763 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,455 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,517 kg | 1,525 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 60 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 988 mm | -28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 945 mm | 2 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 874 mm | -5 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 374 L | 405 L | -31 L |
| 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 2011 Volvo S40.