Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Toyota Venza | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 109.3 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 189.0 in | 1 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 75.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 63.4 in | -7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3869 lb. | 4045 lb. | -176 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 60.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.0 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 40.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.3 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 59.0 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 56.5 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.1 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -21.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 | -57.4 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 |
2010 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
can be reclined 14° see full Toyota Venza review |