Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | Hyundai Accent | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.3 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 172.0 in | 179.5 in | -7.5 in |
Width | 66.9 in | 70.1 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 56.3 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2396 lb. | 3011 lb. | -615 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.1 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.3 in | 53.8 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 54.9 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 53.1 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 35.9 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Accent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | Good support and comfort in drivers seat for a small car. see full Hyundai Accent review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.