Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Lexus LS | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 278 hp@5600 312 lb-ft@3400 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.2 in | 107.1 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 197.4 in | 189.0 in | 8.4 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 71.1 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 58.3 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3990 lb. | 3294 lb. | 696 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.8 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.1 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.5 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.0 in | 43.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 56.3 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 54.7 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 20.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Lexus LS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.