Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus SC | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 101.5 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 174.1 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 70.5 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 53.1 in | 56.9 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 3508 lb. | 332 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 38.9 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 54.7 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.7 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 35.8 in | -8.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 46.6 in | 41.5 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.5 in | 0.0 in | 49.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 32.5 in | -5.4 in |
Total Legroom | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.8 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lexus SC.
2013 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |