Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Saab 9-2X | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 99.4 in | 12.8 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 175.6 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 66.7 in | 5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.7 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3869 lb. | 3263 lb. | 606 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.7 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 52.7 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.3 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.9 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 51.7 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.7 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 61.6 ft3 | -48.9 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 |
2006 Saab 9-2X Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat leg room. Rear door opening tight at shoe level. Swooping c-pillar design obstructs outward visibility. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Lack of any type of lumbar support is very uncomfortable. I opened the seat and installed my own inflatable device...much better now. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Somewhat cramped rear legroom. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Not really very luxurious. see full Saab 9-2X review |