Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Porsche Panamera | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6000 516 lb-ft@2250 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 115.0 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 195.6 in | -15.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 76.0 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 55.8 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3780 lb. | 4343 lb. | -563 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 51.9 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.9 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 38.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 51.7 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 33.3 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 44.6 ft3 | -31.6 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Porsche Panamera.