Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 109.8 in | -7.4 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 188.2 in | -9.5 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 74.0 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 74.6 in | -16.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2745 lb. | 4871 lb. | -2126 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.5 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.1 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.8 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 57.4 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 54.8 in | -10.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -25.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.3 | 49.7 ft3 | -37.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.3 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -65.2 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |