Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.3 in | 3 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 179.5 in | 11.6 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.1 in | 1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 56.5 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 2981 lb. | 599 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.1 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.0 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.9 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.1 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 35.9 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus ES.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.