| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Ford Edge | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 285 hp@6500 253 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 111.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 184.2 in | 6.9 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 76.0 in | -4.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 67.0 in | -9.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 4056 lb. | -476 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.3 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.7 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.1 in | -3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 39.6 in | -3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -17.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 68.9 ft3 | -54.2 ft3 |
| 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 |
| 2012 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
No contest-Edge seats are very comfortable vs. tolerable seats in the Dodge. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Edge rear seat legroom is great. There are few crossovers with such good rear seat comfort and legroom. I did not want the third row, the lack of third row helps with rear legroom. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2012 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are comfortable, just wanted to get cooled seats for the hotg summers see full Ford Edge review |