Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Chrysler Pacifica | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 156 hp@6200 144 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@6400 250 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 116.3 in | -12 in |
Length | 170.9 in | 198.9 in | -28 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 79.3 in | -9.4 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 66.3 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2843 lb. | 4482 lb. | -1639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 60.8 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.9 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 40.4 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 60.5 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 56.3 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 39.9 in | -4.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.9 in | -41.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.9 in | -29.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.4 | 43.6 ft3 | -24.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 79.5 ft3 | -79.5 |
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 |
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 |
2006 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
supports lower back problem see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Second row has tons of room. 3rd row not so much, but was comfortable enough for a 2500 mile round from with 6 of us. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More room than your standard bench seat design see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like how the rear seats slide fwd and backward. I like the center console extending back between the rear seats.` see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large for my family see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Again, so comfortable. Plus my 6'5" son can push the seat all the way back and drive in complete comfort. Great car for tall people. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My son is 6'5" is never cramped in the back. Lots of room for tall people, even above the head. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
lots of leg room and built in lumbar adjustment and arm rests see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |