Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 110.0 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 190.7 in | -0.7 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 72.1 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3916 lb. | 3468 lb. | 448 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.3 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 54.7 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 45.5 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 54.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 34.7 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.