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Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) vs. Lexus IS (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2008 Lexus IS specs.

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2008 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Lexus IS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.0 in 107.5 in 8.5 in
Length 202.0 in 180.1 in 21.9 in
Width 79.0 in 70.9 in 8.1 in
Height 76.9 in 56.1 in 20.8 in
Curb Weight 5265 lb. 3455 lb. 1810 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.0 gal. 17.2 gal. 8.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.1 in 37.2 in 3.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 65.3 in 54.4 in 10.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 64.4 in 54.1 in 10.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.9 in -2.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 36.7 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 65.2 in 52.7 in 12.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 60.6 in 53.7 in 6.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.0 in 30.6 in 8.4 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 0.0 in 37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.7 in 0.0 in 61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 49.1 in 0.0 in 49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 25.6 in 0.0 in 25.6 in
Total Legroom 105.9 in (over 3 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 31.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.9 ft3 13.0 ft3 3.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 60.3 ft3 13.0 47.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 108.9 ft3 13.0 ft3 95.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus IS

2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review
 
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