

Model Year | 2019 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Acura RSX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7800 140 lb-ft@7000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.2 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 172.4 in | 10.3 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 67.9 in | 3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 54.9 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2810 lb. | 2840 lb. | -30 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 37.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 52.6 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 51.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 34.1 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 51.3 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 46.2 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 29.2 in | 6.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -0.7 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.
2006 Acura RSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 201-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat is not much use if the front passengers are over 6ft. Very little head/leg room. But you don’t buy this type of car to haul 4 people around. But in a pinch I’ve had 4 in there, and I’m 6’4”. see full Acura RSX review |