

Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 278 hp@5600 312 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.2 in | 112.6 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 197.4 in | 197.1 in | 0.3 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 78.9 in | -6.9 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 70.4 in | -11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3990 lb. | 4752 lb. | -762 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.6 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 61.3 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.3 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.0 in | 40.6 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 40.5 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 61.0 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 56.7 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 43.8 ft3 | -23.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -60.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Lexus LS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.