Model Year | 2020 | 2023 | |
Model | Honda Accord | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,882 mm | 4,641 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,862 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,525 kg | 1,366 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 56 L | 53 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 953 mm | -6 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,026 mm | 907 mm | -906 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,101 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 473 L | 433 L | 40 L |
2020 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 0 |
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.