Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Lexus ES | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 109.3 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 191.1 in | -3.9 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 71.1 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 57.1 in | 10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 5254 lb. | 3580 lb. | 1674 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.4 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 57.3 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 56.3 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.9 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 56.3 ft3 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |