Model Year | 2021 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.4 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 191.6 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 58.5 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 2989 lb. | 3481 lb. | -492 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.0 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 39.1 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.