| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Lexus GS | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 271 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 112.2 in | -6.3 in |
| Length | 183.9 in | 190.0 in | -6.1 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 71.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Height | 70.9 in | 56.1 in | 14.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 3704 lb. | 346 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 37.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 56.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.4 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 37.0 in | 3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 51.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 36.4 in | -5.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -6.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.8 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
| 2006 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 |
| 2006 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 |