Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.9 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 178.0 in | 12 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 69.7 in | 2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.4 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3927 lb. | 3543 lb. | 384 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 38.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.2 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.7 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.6 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.1 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 50.7 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.4 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.7 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.7 ft3 | 44.2 ft3 | -31.5 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 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |