Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
Model | Lexus SC | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 4.3L V8 DOHC-4v 288 hp@5600 317 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 110.4 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 191.1 in | -12.6 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 73.2 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 53.1 in | 57.7 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3840 lb. | 3494 lb. | 346 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.8 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 58.1 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 56.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 45.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 37.8 in | -10.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 46.6 in | 56.4 in | -9.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.5 in | 56.0 in | -6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.1 in | 35.6 in | -8.5 in |
Total Legroom | 70.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -10.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lexus SC.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.