Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 107.1 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 189.0 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.1 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 58.3 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3294 lb. | 576 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.1 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.5 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 43.7 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.3 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.7 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 37.8 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 69.7 ft3 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.