Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus GX | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,913 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,780 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,880 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,895 mm | 1,773 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,209 kg | 2,097 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 87 L | 95 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,016 mm | 934 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) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 374 L | 833 L | -459 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,407 L | 29.4 | -28.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,195 L | 2,050 L | 0 L |
2009 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 |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Space is limited for adults in the back espically if the front passenger is tall. Seats are not bucket like the front so if driver takes a hard turn you go flying. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |