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Hyundai Sonata (2011) vs. Lexus GS (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Lexus GS specs.

2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Hyundai Sonata Lexus GS  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
274 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1750
4.3L V8
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 112.2 in -2.2 in
Length 189.8 in 190.0 in -0.2 in
Width 72.2 in 71.7 in 0.5 in
Height 57.9 in 56.1 in 1.8 in
Curb Weight 3338 lb. 3916 lb. -578 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 18.8 gal. -0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 37.8 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 56.3 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 54.4 in 0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 43.5 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.0 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.7 in 55.1 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 51.4 in 3.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 36.4 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 0.2 in
Cargo Volume 16.4 ft3 12.7 ft3 3.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus GS

2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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