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2013 Kia Forte and 2008 Chevrolet Impala Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Chevrolet Impala | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 110.5 in | -6.2 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 200.4 in | -22.1 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 72.9 in | -3 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 58.7 in | -1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2729 lb. | 3674 lb. | -945 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 58.7 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 56.4 in | -3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 42.3 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 58.6 in | -3.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 57.2 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 37.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
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 2008 Chevrolet Impala
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
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