Model Year | 2021 | 2019 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 106.3 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 182.7 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.9 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.5 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 2810 lb. | 413 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.0 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 42.2 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.5 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 51.1 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.7 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.7 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu.
2019 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Forte.