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Lexus GS (2006) vs. BMW 5-Series (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Lexus GS and 2011 BMW 5-Series specs.

2006 Lexus GS and 2011 BMW 5-Series Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model Lexus GS BMW 5-Series  
Engine 4.3L V8
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@3400		 turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1200		  
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 116.9 in -4.7 in
Length 190.0 in 193.1 in -3.1 in
Width 71.7 in 73.2 in -1.5 in
Height 56.1 in 57.6 in -1.5 in
Curb Weight 3916 lb. 4056 lb. -140 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.8 gal. 18.5 gal. 0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.8 in 40.5 in -2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 58.3 in -2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.4 in 0.0 in 54.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 41.4 in 2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.3 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 56.2 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.4 in 0.0 in 51.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 36.1 in 0.3 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 2.4 in
Cargo Volume 12.7 ft3 18.4 ft3 -5.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus GS

2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 BMW 5-Series

2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 All I need. see full BMW 5-Series review
2011 BMW 5-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 People 5 foot 3 and above cannot sit comfortably in the back seat on long trips. see full BMW 5-Series review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Almost limo sized with very comfortable shaping. see full BMW 5-Series review
 
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