Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 109.8 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 188.2 in | -4.3 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 74.0 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 74.6 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4290 lb. | 4871 lb. | -581 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.2 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.5 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 40.0 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 57.4 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 54.8 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 36.8 in | -5.5 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 | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.9 | 49.7 ft3 | -21.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.8 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2009 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 |