Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 179.5 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 70.1 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 2912 lb. | 3036 lb. | -124 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.1 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 53.0 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.3 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 54.9 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 53.1 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.9 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.