Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 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 | 57.3 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 3496 lb. | 638 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 | 57.2 in | -0.9 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 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 |
2013 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
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