Model Year | 2015 | 2022 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 182.7 in | -4.2 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 70.9 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.5 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3210 lb. | 3012 lb. | 198 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.1 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.0 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 55.3 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 51.1 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 35.7 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
2015 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Forte.