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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2006 Lexus ES Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Lexus ES | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 107.1 in | 19.5 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 191.1 in | 11.9 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 71.3 in | 4.4 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 57.3 in | 8.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 3472 lb. | 1357 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 56.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 42.2 in | -2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 36.9 in | 3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.8 in | 3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 30.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 14.5 | 27.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 | 70.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus ES
| 2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review |
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