Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Toyota Camry | |
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 | 2,850 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,826 mm | 4,806 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,776 kg | 1,570 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 70 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 960 mm | 986 mm | -26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 960 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 973 mm | -48 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 360 L | 425 L | -65 L |
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 |
2009 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
excellent legroom see full Toyota Camry review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
very comfortable on long and short trips see full Toyota Camry review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
more comfortable than Accord and Nissan see full Toyota Camry review |
2009 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very noisy at high way speeds. see full Toyota Camry review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Just could not get comfortable. see full Toyota Camry review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is another subjective measurement. Our experience driving our 06 and 08 Accords has been that we feel little discomfort or back pain during long trips. We did have more such problems with our 05 and 06 rentals, although not severe. see full Toyota Camry review |