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Lexus GS (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Lexus GS and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2006 Lexus GS and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model Lexus GS Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6200
230 lb-ft@3600
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 113.7 in -1.5 in
Length 190.0 in 193.4 in -3.4 in
Width 71.7 in 73.7 in -2 in
Height 56.1 in 72.8 in -16.7 in
Curb Weight 3927 lb. 4706 lb. -779 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.8 gal. 22.5 gal. -3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.8 in 39.8 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 59.0 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.4 in 55.4 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 42.4 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.7 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 58.9 in -3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.4 in 55.5 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 36.9 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.4 in -37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.9 in -34.9 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -34.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.7 ft3 13.6 ft3 -0.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 12.7 43.9 ft3 -31.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.7 ft3 83.7 ft3 -71 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 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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