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Hyundai Sonata (2009) vs. Kia Forte (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2020 Kia Forte specs.

2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2020 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2009 2020  
Model Hyundai Sonata Kia Forte  
Engine 3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
249 hp@6000
229 lb-ft@4500
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 3494 lb. 3012 lb. 482 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 2009 Hyundai Sonata

2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class 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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