Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 112.4 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 187.2 in | 0.6 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 75.9 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.0 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4348 lb. | 5300 lb. | -952 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.7 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 0.0 in | 55.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.3 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 57.4 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.6 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus RX.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.