Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 228 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,531 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,811 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,575 kg | 1,569 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 62 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 988 mm | -33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,443 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 947 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 838 mm | 66 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,897 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 411 L | 345 L | 66 L |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |