| Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@6000 264 Nm@1500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 209 kW@6200 344 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,641 mm | 4,714 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,801 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,366 kg | 1,669 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 70 L | -17 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 955 mm | 31 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 940 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 871 mm | 36 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 433 L | 396 L | 37 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.
| 2012 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 |