Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Acura MDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 191.6 in | -20.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 78.5 in | -8.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 68.2 in | -11.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3122 lb. | 4550 lb. | -1428 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -7.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 61.6 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 59.0 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 61.5 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 59.1 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 38.7 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.5 in | -37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.0 in | -42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 42.9 ft3 | -19.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | -27.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |