Model Year | 2020 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Dodge Caliber | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.7 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 173.8 in | 8.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 68.8 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 60.4 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3066 lb. | -54 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.2 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.2 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.9 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 53.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 49.6 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 35.6 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 | -32.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte.
2007 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
I have taken many long trips and the front seats never leave you with any discomfort when getting out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room to stretch out. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Nicely shaped seats, roomy, feels much larger inside than it is. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 Dodge Caliber Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
With front seats all the way back, limited legroom. Not a big deal see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
When front seats are sild back, very little leg room for passengers in back--even kids. see full Dodge Caliber review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Not enough rear knee room. Hard to enter and exit the back seat. see full Dodge Caliber review |