Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 342 hp@6200 339 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 265 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 95.7 in | 16.5 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 160.7 in | 29.3 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.4 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 51.0 in | 5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3945 lb. | 3295 lb. | 650 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 52.2 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.6 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.5 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 0.0 in | 37 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 37.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lexus GS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.