| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Acura TSX | Volvo S60 | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 208 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 106.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Length | 183.4 in | 180.2 in | 3.2 in |
| Width | 69.4 in | 71.4 in | -2 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 56.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3345 lb. | 3393 lb. | -48 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 49.0 in | 5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 55.5 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 55.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.2 in | 33.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -0.7 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 |
| 2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |