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Lexus IS (2011) vs. Infiniti G (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Lexus IS and 2008 Infiniti G specs.

2011 Lexus IS and 2008 Infiniti G Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Lexus IS Infiniti G  
Engine 5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
416 hp@6600
371 lb-ft@5200
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
330 hp@7000
270 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.5 in 112.2 in -4.7 in
Length 180.1 in 187.0 in -6.9 in
Width 70.9 in 69.8 in 1.1 in
Height 56.1 in 57.2 in -1.1 in
Curb Weight 3780 lb. 3497 lb. 283 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 20.0 gal. -2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.2 in 40.5 in -3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 55.6 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 55.1 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.9 in 43.9 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 37.7 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.7 in 55.2 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 53.7 in 0 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.6 in 34.7 in -4.1 in
Total Legroom 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 78.6 in (over 2 rows) -4.1 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 13.5 ft3 -0.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Lexus IS

2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Infiniti G

2008 Infiniti G Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
I love the roominess of the rear seats. Most of my family are moderately large (6ft 220lbs). Two can fit in the back comfortably. see full Infiniti G review
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leather, very compfortable see full Infiniti G review
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Fits my frame, padding where needed, good driving position, good visibility see full Infiniti G review
2008 Infiniti G Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Way to small to be of use with anything but children. see full Infiniti G review
2009 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Tight on head room but to be expected for two door. see full Infiniti G review
2009 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed manual RWD
The bolstering is excessive in the lowest setting and the seat belt pulls too hard on my chest. The seat belt also digs into my neck. see full Infiniti G review
2008 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
there is hardly any back see room but it is a sport coupe see full Infiniti G review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Very tight see full Infiniti G review
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Rear seat leg and knee room is somewhat tight, especially for 3. see full Infiniti G review
 
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