Model Year | 2020 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 184.3 in | -1.6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.7 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 64.8 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3787 lb. | -775 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.0 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.8 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.7 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.8 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 53.0 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 36.4 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | -43.3 ft3 |
2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte.
2011 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |