Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Lincoln MKZ | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.4 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 190.6 in | -0.6 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 72.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 56.9 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3804 lb. | 112 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.0 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.3 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.5 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.3 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.1 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -3.8 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 |
2011 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review |