| Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
| Model | Lexus LS | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 380 hp@6400 367 lb-ft@4100 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 114.8 in | 6.9 in |
| Length | 202.8 in | 189.1 in | 13.7 in |
| Width | 73.8 in | 75.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 70.7 in | -12.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4332 lb. | 5238 lb. | -906 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 38.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.5 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.5 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.4 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.4 in | -38.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -78.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 | -18.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -53 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Lexus LS.
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No more back or leg pain on long trips. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |