Kia Forte (2015) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

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2015 Kia Forte and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2015	2011
Model	Kia Forte	Kia Sorento
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	0 in
Length	171.3 in	183.9 in	-12.6 in
Width	70.1 in	74.2 in	-4.1 in
Height	57.1 in	67.3 in	-10.2 in
Curb Weight	3067 lb.	3781 lb.	-714 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	19.8 gal.	-6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.2 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	59.3 in	-3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	56.3 in	-3.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.3 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	39.2 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	58.7 in	-3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	55.9 in	-2.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	37.6 in	-1.7 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	36.7 in	-36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.4 in	-44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.3 in	-31.3 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.2 ft³	9.1 ft³	14.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	23.2	37.0 ft³	-13.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.4 ft³	72.5 ft³	-16.1 ft³

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review

2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review

2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review

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