| Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
| Model | Toyota Solara | Lexus RX | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5600 220 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 275 hp@6200 257 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 107.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Length | 192.5 in | 187.8 in | 4.7 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 74.2 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 66.3 in | -10.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 4178 lb. | -738 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.0 in | 39.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.6 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.1 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.6 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 54.5 in | -3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.8 in | -1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 40.0 ft3 | -26.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 80.3 ft3 | -66.5 ft3 |
| 2007 Toyota Solara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 225-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It fits two adults comfortably. see full Toyota Solara review |
| 2010 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |