Volkswagen Jetta (2018) vs. Lexus GS (2006) Specs

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2018 Volkswagen Jetta and 2006 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year	2018	2006
Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Lexus GS
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.4 in	112.2 in	-7.8 in
Length	183.3 in	190.0 in	-6.7 in
Width	70.0 in	71.7 in	-1.7 in
Height	57.2 in	56.1 in	1.1 in
Curb Weight	3208 lb.	3704 lb.	-496 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	18.8 gal.	-4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	37.8 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.2 in	56.3 in	-1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.4 in	-54.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	43.5 in	-2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	37.0 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.6 in	55.1 in	-1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	51.4 in	-51.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	36.4 in	1.7 in
Total Legroom	79.3 in (over 2 rows)	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	-0.6 in
Cargo Volume	15.7 ft³	12.7 ft³	3 ft³

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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

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