Model Year | 2018 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6400 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.2 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 202.5 in | -31.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 78.7 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 67.9 in | -10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3031 lb. | 4510 lb. | -1479 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 63.7 in | -7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 58.4 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.7 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 64.1 in | -9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 65.0 in | -11.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 36.5 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.7 in | -32.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 109.9 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 33.0 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 83.3 ft3 | -60.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 143.8 ft3 | -87.4 ft3 |
2018 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 2018 Kia Forte.
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 283-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice car, but front seats could be better. Close to a deal breaker. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |