Kia Forte (2023) vs. Kia Rondo (2009) Specs

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2023 Kia Forte and 2009 Kia Rondo Specifications

Model Year	2023	2009
Model	Kia Forte	Kia Rondo
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	0 in
Length	182.7 in	179.0 in	3.7 in
Width	70.9 in	71.7 in	-0.8 in
Height	56.5 in	67.7 in	-11.2 in
Curb Weight	3012 lb.	3443 lb.	-431 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	15.8 gal.	-1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.8 in	41.6 in	-2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	0.0 in	56.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	54.6 in	-1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.3 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	41.6 in	-4.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	0.0 in	55.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.1 in	53.9 in	-2.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	38.2 in	-2.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	35.1 in	-35.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	40.3 in	-40.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.3 in	-31.3 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	110.8 in (over 3 rows)	-32.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.3 ft³	6.5 ft³	8.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.3	31.7 ft³	-16.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.3 ft³	74.0 ft³	-58.7 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.

2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review

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