Model Year | 2007 | 2019 | |
Model | Lexus GS | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 292 hp@6400 267 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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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 | 110.4 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 190.0 in | 191.1 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 73.2 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 57.7 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4134 lb. | 3486 lb. | 648 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.0 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 45.5 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 56.0 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.6 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -3.2 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Optima.