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Kia Forte (2023) vs. Ford Explorer (2012) Specs

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2023 Kia Forte and 2012 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2023 2012  
Model Kia Forte Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6500
255 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,860 mm 0 mm
Length 4,641 mm 5,006 mm -1 mm
Width 1,801 mm 2,004 mm -1 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,788 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,366 kg 2,067 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 70 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 986 mm 1,031 mm 985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,425 mm 1,557 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 953 mm 1,029 mm 952 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,405 mm 1,549 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,298 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 907 mm 1,011 mm 906 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 960 mm -960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,290 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,034 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 843 mm -843 mm
Total Legroom 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 433 L 595 L -162 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.3 1,240 L 14.3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.3 2,285 L 13.3

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