Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Infiniti M | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
4.5L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6400 340 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 114.2 in | -2 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 192.6 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.8 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 59.4 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 4005 lb. | -89 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.2 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.1 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 44.2 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.9 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.3 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -2.2 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 |
2006 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 325-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfy, yet generally supportive. Highly adjustable with two memory options. Cooled and heated seats are wonderful. see full Infiniti M review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Most front leg room compared to similar vehicles at the time. Even rear leg room fair. First car I owned with rear view camera still working well with great color and resolution. see full Infiniti M review |
2006 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Plenty see full Infiniti M review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 335-horsepower 4.5L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Great--the Sport model has really good side bolstering and adjustable lumbar support + heated AND cooled seats. see full Infiniti M review |