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Ford Fiesta (2011) vs. Kia Forte (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Fiesta and 2015 Kia Forte specs.

2011 Ford Fiesta and 2015 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2011 2015  
Model Ford Fiesta Kia Forte  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.0 in 106.3 in -8.3 in
Length 173.6 in 179.5 in -5.9 in
Width 66.8 in 70.1 in -3.3 in
Height 58.0 in 56.5 in 1.5 in
Curb Weight 2578 lb. 2959 lb. -381 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.9 gal. 13.2 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 39.1 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.7 in 56.1 in -3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 53.0 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.2 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 49.0 in 54.9 in -5.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.2 in 53.1 in -3.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.2 in 35.9 in -4.7 in
Total Legroom 73.4 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -4.7 in
Cargo Volume 12.8 ft3 14.9 ft3 -2.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Its cramped, but seems about the same as any other car in its size range. It was easier to get in and out of compared to a Mazda 2 and about the same as current generation Prius C. I wouldn't take anyone long distances in the rear, but I didn't expect to. We have a 2009 Prius which is our long distance carry people car. I wanted something with good handling and economy that was well built and that's what I got. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Smallish like all b-segment cars. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
I was told that it is comfortable for a short ride but after 45 minutes my passengers were complaining about lack of room and comfort. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seat narrow and limited headroom see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
while it felt my family of 5 comfortably, it might not fit others.... see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom is limited, especially if front seat passengers adjust their seats rearward. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Basically, it is a two seater. Car seats and small children will fit ok in the back. Essentially it is a great commuter car. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
rear seat leg room is tight. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Very tiny. Had to squeeze in. Not very comfortable for long term. Feels a bit crowded. see full Ford Fiesta review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review
 
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