Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 493 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in | 0 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 185.6 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 71.3 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 77.8 in | -21.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 5590 lb. | -1674 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 42.2 in | -4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.7 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 51.5 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 52.5 in | -9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.0 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.9 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 41.9 in | -5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 94.4 in (over 2 rows) | -14.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 | -32.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -66.8 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz G-Class.