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Hyundai Sonata (2006) vs. Kia Forte (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Hyundai Sonata and 2020 Kia Forte specs.

2006 Hyundai Sonata and 2020 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2006 2020  
Model Hyundai Sonata Kia Forte  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
235 hp@6000
226 lb-ft@3500
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.4 in 106.3 in 1.1 in
Length 188.9 in 182.7 in 6.2 in
Width 72.1 in 70.9 in 1.2 in
Height 58.0 in 56.5 in 1.5 in
Curb Weight 3458 lb. 3012 lb. 446 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.7 gal. 14.0 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 38.8 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.4 in 56.1 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 53.0 in 2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.7 in 42.2 in 1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 37.5 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 55.3 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.3 in 51.1 in 4.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.4 in 35.7 in 1.7 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 3.2 in
Cargo Volume 16.3 ft3 15.3 ft3 1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata

2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte

2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2019 I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review
 

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