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Lexus GS (2007) vs. Kia Optima (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Lexus GS and 2008 Kia Optima specs.

2007 Lexus GS and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Lexus GS Kia Optima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.2 in 107.1 in 5.1 in
Length 190.0 in 186.4 in 3.6 in
Width 71.7 in 71.1 in 0.6 in
Height 56.1 in 58.3 in -2.2 in
Curb Weight 3704 lb. 3142 lb. 562 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.8 gal. 17.0 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.8 in 39.8 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 57.1 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.4 in 54.5 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 43.7 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.0 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 56.3 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.4 in 54.7 in -3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 37.8 in -1.4 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 81.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.6 in
Cargo Volume 12.7 ft3 14.8 ft3 -2.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Lexus GS

2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2007 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima

2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 
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