

Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Acura TSX | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 105.1 in | 8.6 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 183.4 in | 10 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 69.4 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 57.3 in | 15.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3257 lb. | 1183 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.1 gal. | 5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 55.4 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.4 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.3 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.5 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.4 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 34.2 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.2 | 30.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 70.5 ft3 |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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 |