Model Year | 2016 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 105.7 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 186.5 in | -7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.8 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.7 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3036 lb. | 3355 lb. | -319 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.0 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.1 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.0 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 51.4 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.4 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta.