Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Lexus IS | Toyota Solara | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 107.1 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 192.5 in | -10 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.5 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 3615 lb. | 225 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 53.7 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.0 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 43.3 in | 47.2 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 44.7 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 25.9 in | 35.0 in | -9.1 in |
Total Legroom | 70 in (over 2 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | -7 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.8 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2007 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |