| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus HS | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,694 mm | 5,088 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,506 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,670 kg | 1,829 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 72 L | -17 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 965 mm | 1,001 mm | 964 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,001 mm | 934 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 876 mm | 1,011 mm | 875 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 978 mm | -978 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,285 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,168 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 853 mm | -853 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,958 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 343 L | 493 L | -150 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.1 | 1,342 L | 11.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.1 | 2,413 L | 10.1 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus HS.
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |