| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| 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 shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,926 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,014 mm | 5,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,829 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,810 kg | 2,146 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 84 L | 70 L | 14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 1,031 mm | 967 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,557 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,118 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 1,029 mm | 962 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,455 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,011 mm | 954 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,034 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,073 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 595 L | -23 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 1,240 L | 19.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 | 2,285 L | 18.2 |
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 2012 Ford Explorer.