Model Year | 2017 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 111.8 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 192.9 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 73.2 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 56.9 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3011 lb. | 3552 lb. | -541 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 54.6 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 46.1 in | -3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.8 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.4 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 34.8 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Hyundai Sonata.