Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Lexus GS | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 298 kW@5500 610 Nm@1750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 228 kW@6400 376 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,969 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,905 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,463 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,050 kg | 1,805 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 66 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 965 mm | -964 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,384 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 960 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,374 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 935 mm | -18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,969 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 521 L | 405 L | 116 L |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2014 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review |
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