| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Spectra | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 105.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Length | 176.4 in | 183.4 in | -7 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 69.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3345 lb. | -644 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 17.1 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 54.4 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 34.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Kia Spectra.
| 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 |