

Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 285 hp@6500 260 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 10-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 119.1 in | -6.9 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 198.8 in | -8.8 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 78.9 in | -7.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 69.9 in | -13.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 4969 lb. | -835 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.7 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 61.8 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 59.2 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.5 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 61.9 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 59.1 in | -7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -33.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 47.9 ft3 | -35.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | -75.1 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Explorer.