Kia Forte (2016) vs. Acura RL (2006) Specs

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2016 Kia Forte and 2006 Acura RL Specifications

Model Year	2016	2006
Model	Kia Forte	Acura RL
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	110.2 in	-3.9 in
Length	179.5 in	193.6 in	-14.1 in
Width	70.1 in	72.2 in	-2.1 in
Height	56.5 in	57.1 in	-0.6 in
Curb Weight	2981 lb.	4012 lb.	-1031 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	19.4 gal.	-6.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	38.5 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	58.5 in	-2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	55.1 in	-2.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	42.4 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	37.2 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	56.1 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	54.0 in	-0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	36.3 in	-0.4 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	-0.6 in
Cargo Volume	14.9 ft³	13.1 ft³	1.8 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.

2006 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review
2007	4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review

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