| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Acura TSX | Volvo V50 | |
| 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 Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,658 mm | 4,521 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,763 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,455 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,517 kg | 1,619 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 | 968 mm | -21 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, Minimum | 374 L | 362 L | 12 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 | 1,252 L | 12.2 |
| 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 |
| 2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |