| Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Acura RL | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 271 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 | 2,700 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,641 mm | 4,973 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,801 mm | 1,847 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,366 kg | 1,852 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 73 L | -20 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 978 mm | 8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 945 mm | 8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 922 mm | -15 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 433 L | 371 L | 62 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Acura RL.