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2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class and 2011 Lexus IS Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Lexus IS | |
| Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 107.5 in | 7.2 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 180.1 in | 8.4 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 70.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Height | 70.1 in | 56.1 in | 14 in |
| Curb Weight | 5093 lb. | 3780 lb. | 1313 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 54.4 in | 5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.7 in | 3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.8 in | 52.7 in | 7.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 53.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 30.6 in | 9.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 7.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 59.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Lexus IS
| 2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
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