| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Sportage | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Length | 174.8 in | 189.2 in | -14.4 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 72.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 64.4 in | 57.9 in | 6.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3311 lb. | 3809 lb. | -498 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.1 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 54.2 in | -5.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 34.3 in | 3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.1 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Sportage.
| 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 |