Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.5 in | 112.2 in | 3.3 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 190.0 in | 1.1 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 71.7 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 69.5 in | 56.1 in | 13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5335 lb. | 3869 lb. | 1466 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 37.8 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 56.3 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.4 in | -54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 43.5 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.0 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 55.1 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 36.4 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 ft3 | 12.7 | 9.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 49.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 BMW X5.
2007 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 |
2007 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 |