Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 415 hp@6800 398 lb-ft@4500 |
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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 | 162.8 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 51.2 in | 4.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 3583 lb. | 582 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.0 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 52.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 0.0 in | 54.2 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 | 6.4 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.8 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 | 0.7 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 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK.