Lexus GS (2007) vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2011) Specs

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2007 Lexus GS and 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications

Model Year	2007	2011
Model	Lexus GS	Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Engine	3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800	3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 275 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable CVT	8-speed shiftable 2-mode automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.2 in	114.7 in	-2.5 in
Length	190.0 in	188.5 in	1.5 in
Width	71.7 in	75.2 in	-3.5 in
Height	56.1 in	70.1 in	-14 in
Curb Weight	4134 lb.	5227 lb.	-1093 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.8 gal.	25.1 gal.	-6.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.8 in	39.9 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	59.9 in	-3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.4 in	55.9 in	-1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.5 in	42.2 in	1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.0 in	39.8 in	-2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	59.8 in	-4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.4 in	56.2 in	-4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.4 in	40.0 in	-3.6 in
Total Legroom	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	82.2 in (over 2 rows)	-2.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.7 ft³	29.4 ft³	-16.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	12.7 ft³	72.4 ft³	-59.7 ft³

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

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