Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Lexus LX | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 383 hp@5600 403 lb-ft@3600 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.1 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 197.0 in | 186.4 in | 10.6 in |
Width | 77.6 in | 71.1 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 75.6 in | 58.3 in | 17.3 in |
Curb Weight | 6000 lb. | 3287 lb. | 2713 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.0 in | 57.1 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 54.5 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 43.7 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 56.3 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.7 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.8 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.8 in | 0.0 in | 35.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.3 in | 0.0 in | 62.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 56.6 in | 0.0 in | 56.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.3 in | 0.0 in | 28.3 in |
Total Legroom | 105.6 in (over 3 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 24.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 41.0 ft3 | 14.8 | 26.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.1 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Lexus LX.
2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |