Kia Forte (2013) vs. Jeep Wrangler (2012) Specs

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2013 Kia Forte and 2012 Jeep Wrangler Specifications

Model Year	2013	2012
Model	Kia Forte	Jeep Wrangler
Engine	2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 168 lb-ft@4000	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 285 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	4WD, part-time w/low range
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	116.0 in	-11.7 in
Length	170.9 in	184.4 in	-13.5 in
Width	69.9 in	73.9 in	-4 in
Height	57.5 in	72.3 in	-14.8 in
Curb Weight	2950 lb.	4100 lb.	-1150 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.7 gal.	21.6 gal.	-7.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	41.3 in	-1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.7 in	55.8 in	-0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	55.6 in	-2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.3 in	41.0 in	2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.4 in	40.3 in	-1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.7 in	56.8 in	-2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.3 in	56.7 in	-3.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.0 in	37.2 in	-2.2 in
Total Legroom	78.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.4 ft³	46.4 ft³	-27 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	0.0	82.0 ft³	-82

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte

2013 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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte

2013 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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler

2012 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	If you have a long-legged person in the front, the rear seat legroom can be a bit small. A major issue however is that there are no vents in the backseat for climate control. This is especially noticeable in the winter. In order to keep my daughter warm driving in the mountains in the winter, we have to keep the front unbearably hot in order to circulate enough heat to keep her barely warm enough. We typically have to keep a blanket in the back seat for anyone to use in the winter when temperatures fall into the 30s. Switching to summer, the back seat can stay somewhat cool if the vents are pointed towards the back. Depending on where one sits, the front seats can block some of the airflow and it can be uncomfortably warm at times especially if sitting on the side of the Jeep that the sun is hitting. In the hottest part of the summer, we usually have to run the A/C at 3/4 full blast and on recirculate to keep the back seat comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2012	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Even tho there are rear seats, I would never ride in back, too small back there. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2011	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review

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