Model Year | 2019 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Acura RL | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated 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 | 182.7 in | 193.6 in | -10.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.1 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2810 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1202 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.5 in | 0.3 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 | 37.5 in | 37.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 54.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 36.3 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
2019 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Forte.
2008 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 |