Model Year | 2016 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.1 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 189.6 in | -18.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.4 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 66.1 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 3122 lb. | 3810 lb. | -688 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.1 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.5 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.3 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.0 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 38.1 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -12.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |