Model Year | 2017 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Acura TSX | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.4 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 185.6 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.4 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 56.7 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2956 lb. | 3680 lb. | -724 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.8 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.6 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.0 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.2 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 34.3 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
2013 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |