Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 168 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 111.0 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 197.6 in | -19.3 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.8 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 58.5 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 2870 lb. | 3572 lb. | -702 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.9 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 59.4 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.8 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.3 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.2 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 56.2 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 40.9 in | -5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
2011 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room, indeed there may be too much room as it is a bit of a reach to unlock the passenger side door, almost impossible to adjust the passenger door mirror and lower the passenger window? Forget it. Plenty of elbow room. see full Kia Forte review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My Jazz Bass, in its case, fits on the floor between the front and rear seats. Just like the front seats, there is plenty of room for two and adequate room for three. see full Kia Forte review |
2011 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I feel the seat is to far away from the wheel and the pedals are angled to steeply. The dead pedal is perfect though. see full Kia Forte review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
too small and too tight. see full Kia Forte review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |