Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,913 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,773 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,624 kg | 2,151 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 95 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,013 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,011 mm | 934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 1,016 mm | 911 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 416 L | 833 L | -417 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 | 2,050 L | 12.7 |
2010 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 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |