| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
| Model | Lexus GS | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 104.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 183.5 in | 6.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 72.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 65.9 in | -9.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3704 lb. | 3455 lb. | 249 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.3 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.6 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.9 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 48.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 | -25.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 73.4 ft3 | -60.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Toyota RAV4.