| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 187.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 74.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 66.3 in | -10.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3927 lb. | 4348 lb. | -421 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 43.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.7 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.6 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 54.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | -27.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -67.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus RX.