| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lexus GX | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6300 128 lb-ft@4750 |
|
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,911 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,780 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,880 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,895 mm | 2,014 mm | -1 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,209 kg | 1,554 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 87 L | 58 L | 29 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,283 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 978 mm | -43 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 927 mm | 0 mm | 927 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,440 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,433 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 632 mm | 0 mm | 632 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,629 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 374 L | 2,212 L | 372 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,407 L | 78.1 | -77.1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,195 L | 3,831 L | -1 L |
| 2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.