

Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
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 | 1,680 kg | 2,014 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 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |