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2020 Kia Forte and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2020 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 188.3 in | -5.6 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 69.9 in | 1 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.5 in | -1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3315 lb. | -303 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 16.3 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.7 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.6 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 52.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.5 in | -2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte
| 2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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