Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,761 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,826 mm | 4,630 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,680 kg | 1,600 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 66 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 942 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 937 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 848 mm | 77 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 360 L | 351 L | 9 L |
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 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |