Ford Focus (2012) vs. Kia Forte (2022) Specs

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2012 Ford Focus and 2022 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year	2012	2022
Model	Ford Focus	Kia Forte
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500
Transmission	6-speed automatic	7-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,649 mm	2,700 mm	0 mm
Length	4,534 mm	4,641 mm	0 mm
Width	1,824 mm	1,801 mm	0 mm
Height	1,466 mm	1,435 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,336 kg	1,366 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	47 L	53 L	-6 L
Headroom, Row 1	973 mm	986 mm	-13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,412 mm	1,425 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,369 mm	1,346 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,064 mm	1,072 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	965 mm	953 mm	12 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,364 mm	1,405 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,339 mm	1,298 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	843 mm	907 mm	-64 mm
Total Legroom	1,908 mm (over 2 rows)	1,979 mm (over 2 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume	374 L	433 L	-59 L

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review

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