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2013 Kia Forte and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 168 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 112.5 in | -8.2 in |
| Length | 170.9 in | 187.8 in | -16.9 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 72.5 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 66.3 in | -8.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2901 lb. | 3944 lb. | -1043 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.6 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 51.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 39.9 in | -4.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 31.5 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 63.7 ft3 | -63.7 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte
| 2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte
| 2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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