Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Cadenza | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 293 hp@6400 255 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.0 in | 103.9 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 180.9 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 70.7 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 66.4 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3668 lb. | 3624 lb. | 44 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.4 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 57.0 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.0 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.5 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.0 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.0 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 | -58.8 ft3 |
2014 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Impala has an inch or two more rear legroom than the Cadenza, but this difference is much like that between a pool that is 12 feet deep and one that is 15. All of these sedans have more rear legroom than all but the tallest passengers will need. The Cadenza more than makes up for this trivial difference in quantity with a rear seat cushion that is more comfortably shaped and positioned than that in the Impala, and cushier than the overly firm park bench in the Avalon. The Azera's rear seat is similar, though. If you are carrying tall passengers in back, headroom will be a factor long before legroom will. None of these cars have an abundance of it. When both the Cadenza and the Impala are fitted with panoramic sunroofs the Impala has about a half-inch more. Not a large amount, but for some people it will be the difference between contacting the headliner and not contacting it. see full Kia Cadenza review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Cadenza.
2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |