Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Acura RSX | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 101.2 in | 11 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 172.4 in | 17.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 67.9 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 54.9 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 2840 lb. | 1076 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 52.6 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 51.1 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 43.1 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 34.1 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 51.3 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 46.2 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 29.2 in | 7.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 7.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -3.3 ft3 |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |