Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo C30 | Acura TSX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@6800 164 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,252 mm | 4,658 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,783 mm | 1,763 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,448 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,452 kg | 1,517 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 65 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 960 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,361 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 947 mm | -22 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,194 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,054 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 869 mm | -8 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 374 L | -9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 572 L | 13.2 | 558.8 L |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 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 |