Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 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 | 112.6 in | 112.2 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 190.0 in | 7.1 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 71.7 in | 7.2 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 56.1 in | 14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4731 lb. | 3927 lb. | 804 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.8 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.3 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.4 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.5 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 37.0 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 55.1 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 51.4 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.4 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 33.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 12.7 | 31.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 68 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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 |