Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,796 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,814 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,760 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,772 kg | 1,375 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 912 mm | -911 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 657 L | -656 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,900 L | 1,597 L | 0 L |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2018 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 |
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