Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Acura TSX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 106.4 in | 5 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 185.6 in | 8.2 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.4 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.7 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3388 lb. | 3680 lb. | -292 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 55.6 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 54.2 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 34.3 in | 3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
2012 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 |