Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Infiniti FX | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800 |
4.5L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6000 335 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 112.2 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 189.1 in | -9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 75.8 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 65.9 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3527 lb. | 4533 lb. | -1006 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.8 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.9 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.3 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 43.9 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.5 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 57.4 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 55.0 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 35.2 in | -4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -14.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 64.5 ft3 | -51.5 ft3 |
2006 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The good of the front seat comfort is that the seats are ventilated. They could be stronger and cooler but that is my preference. Why is it that we cant get Audis, BMWs, or Lexus with fabric seats in the US? see full Lexus IS review |
2006 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The front seat headrests are too far back for me. I feel if I use them I am looking at the sky because of their angle. I would prefer some fwd-rev adjustment which i have seen on other cars. see full Lexus IS review |
2008 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Longest drive was 6 hours and had no discomfort whatsoever. Have ridden for 4 hours in a Toyota Rav4 and was almost in pain after an hour. see full Infiniti FX review |
2008 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
the rear seats are great for kids, but not for adults. not lots of leg room. head and shoulder room is fine. see full Infiniti FX review |