Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6200 274 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 112.2 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 190.0 in | -1.5 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 71.7 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 70.1 in | 56.1 in | 14 in |
Curb Weight | 4795 lb. | 3869 lb. | 926 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.8 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 56.3 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.4 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.5 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.0 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 55.1 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 51.4 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 36.4 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 16.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 59.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |