Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 104.7 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 181.1 in | 8.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 71.5 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 66.3 in | -10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3680 lb. | 236 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.8 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.8 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.8 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.7 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 52.4 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.3 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -30.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.7 | 37.2 ft3 | -24.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -60.3 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 |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |