

Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 183 kW@6200 312 Nm@3600 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,826 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,781 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 85 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 1,011 mm | 959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 983 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 937 mm | -12 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 360 L | 385 L | -25 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 1,243 L | 11.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 | 2,370 L | 10.7 |
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 |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |