Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 184.1 in | 5.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 74.4 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 67.9 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 4054 lb. | -138 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.5 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.8 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.6 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.6 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 55.0 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.8 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -21.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -65.5 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 |
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |