Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Cadillac STS | Lexus ES | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 109.3 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 196.3 in | 191.1 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.1 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3960 lb. | 3580 lb. | 380 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.4 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 57.3 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.9 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 36.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 56.3 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 52.8 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 35.9 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
2006 Cadillac STS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 320-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very tight legroom. see full Cadillac STS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 254-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No room in the back...even tight for kids. see full Cadillac STS review |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review |