Ford Explorer (2023) vs. Lexus GS (2006) Specs

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2023 Ford Explorer and 2006 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year	2023	2006
Model	Ford Explorer	Lexus GS
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@3500	4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400
Transmission	10-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	119.1 in	112.2 in	6.9 in
Length	198.8 in	190.0 in	8.8 in
Width	78.9 in	71.7 in	7.2 in
Height	69.9 in	56.1 in	13.8 in
Curb Weight	4545 lb.	3916 lb.	629 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.9 gal.	18.8 gal.	-0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.7 in	37.8 in	2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.8 in	56.3 in	5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	59.2 in	54.4 in	4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	43.5 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	40.5 in	37.0 in	3.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	61.9 in	55.1 in	6.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	59.1 in	51.4 in	7.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.0 in	36.4 in	2.6 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.9 in	0.0 in	38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	54.6 in	0.0 in	54.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	40.9 in	0.0 in	40.9 in
Legroom, Row 3	32.2 in	0.0 in	32.2 in
Total Legroom	113.5 in (over 3 rows)	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	33.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	18.2 ft³	12.7 ft³	5.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	47.9 ft³	12.7	35.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	87.8 ft³	12.7 ft³	75.1 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 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

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