| Model Year | 2006 | 2022 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.7 in | 5.5 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 180.5 in | 9.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 74.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 66.1 in | -10 in |
| Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3566 lb. | 350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.3 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -20.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | -52.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Ford Escape.