| Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus LS | Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6000 442 lb-ft@1600 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.0 in | 106.9 in | 16.1 in |
| Length | 206.1 in | 183.2 in | 22.9 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 68.5 in | 6.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 55.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4696 lb. | 3705 lb. | 991 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 37.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.8 in | 53.2 in | 5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.7 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.0 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 35.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 49.3 in | 7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 45.9 in | 9.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 33.0 in | 5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.0 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Lexus LS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.