Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5600 236 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 103.9 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 178.0 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 71.3 in | 69.7 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.0 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3472 lb. | 3570 lb. | -98 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.2 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.7 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.1 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 54.1 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 50.7 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.4 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 ft3 | 44.2 ft3 | -29.7 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |