Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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 | 98.0 in | 106.3 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 179.5 in | -5.9 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 70.1 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.3 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3011 lb. | -228 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 56.1 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.8 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.3 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 54.9 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 53.1 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 35.9 in | -4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Ford Fiesta.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.