Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Nissan 350Z | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 104.3 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 169.8 in | 12.7 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 52.5 in | 3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 3580 lb. | 585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.2 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 53.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.2 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.6 in | 1.5 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) | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 27.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |
2006 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2006 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no back seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 300-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is much rear visibility. see full Nissan 350Z review |