Lexus GS (2006) vs. Mini Coupe (2012) Specs

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2006 Lexus GS and 2012 Mini Coupe Specifications

Model Year	2006	2012
Model	Lexus GS	Mini Coupe
Engine	4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	2dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.2 in	97.1 in	15.1 in
Length	190.0 in	146.8 in	43.2 in
Width	71.7 in	66.3 in	5.4 in
Height	56.1 in	54.3 in	1.8 in
Curb Weight	3916 lb.	2701 lb.	1215 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.8 gal.	10.6 gal.	8.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.8 in	38.4 in	-0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	50.3 in	6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.4 in	0.0 in	54.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.5 in	41.7 in	1.8 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)	41.7 in (over 1 rows)	38.2 in
Cargo Volume	12.7 ft³	9.8 ft³	2.9 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

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