Model Year | 2012 | 2019 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 110.4 in | -1.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 0 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 73.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 57.7 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3558 lb. | 22 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.8 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.0 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 45.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.4 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 56.0 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 35.6 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -1.2 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 2019 Kia Optima.