Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 355 hp@5750 376 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 95.7 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 160.7 in | 21.8 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.4 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 51.0 in | 4.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 3420 lb. | 745 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 37.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 52.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 54.6 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.5 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 0.0 in | 44.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 25.9 in | 0.0 in | 25.9 in |
Total Legroom | 70 in (over 2 rows) | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 27.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.8 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.8 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus IS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.