Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 467 hp@7100 389 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 100.8 in | 11.4 in |
Length | 192.1 in | 180.4 in | 11.7 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 71.5 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 51.1 in | 6.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4034 lb. | 4455 lb. | -421 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 37.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.0 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.9 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.2 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.2 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Lexus GS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.