Kia Forte (2021) vs. Chevrolet Malibu Limited (2016) Specs

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2021 Kia Forte and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited Specifications

Model Year	2021	2016
Model	Kia Forte	Chevrolet Malibu Limited
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 202 hp@6300 191 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	107.8 in	-1.5 in
Length	182.7 in	191.5 in	-8.8 in
Width	70.9 in	73.0 in	-2.1 in
Height	56.5 in	57.6 in	-1.1 in
Curb Weight	3012 lb.	3393 lb.	-381 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	18.5 gal.	-4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.8 in	39.0 in	-0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	57.5 in	-1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	55.0 in	-2 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	42.1 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	37.5 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	57.1 in	-1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.1 in	54.3 in	-3.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	36.8 in	-1.1 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	78.9 in (over 2 rows)	-1 in
Cargo Volume	15.3 ft³	16.3 ft³	-1 ft³

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