Kia Forte (2018) vs. Ford Explorer (2007) Specs

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2018 Kia Forte and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year	2018	2007
Model	Kia Forte	Ford Explorer
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	113.7 in	-7.4 in
Length	171.3 in	193.4 in	-22.1 in
Width	70.1 in	73.7 in	-3.6 in
Height	57.1 in	72.8 in	-15.7 in
Curb Weight	3031 lb.	4531 lb.	-1500 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	22.5 gal.	-9.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.8 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	59.0 in	-2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.8 in	55.4 in	-1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	42.4 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	38.7 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	58.9 in	-4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	55.5 in	-2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	36.9 in	-1 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.4 in	-37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.1 in	-53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	45.3 in	-45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	34.9 in	-34.9 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	114.2 in (over 3 rows)	-36.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	23.2 ft³	13.6 ft³	9.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	23.2	43.9 ft³	-20.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum	56.4 ft³	83.7 ft³	-27.3 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

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2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
2006	4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review

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