Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.0 in | 1.2 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 195.2 in | -5.2 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 72.2 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.5 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3461 lb. | 455 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.2 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.1 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.1 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 54.6 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.2 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -3.3 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 |
2013 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Avalon.