Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 112.2 in | -14.2 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 190.0 in | -16.4 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 71.7 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.1 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3916 lb. | -1133 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 56.3 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 54.4 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.5 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 55.1 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 51.4 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 36.4 in | -5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
2015 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Fiesta.
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |