Model Year | 2017 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 98.0 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 173.6 in | 5.9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 67.8 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 58.1 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3011 lb. | 2783 lb. | 228 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 52.7 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 50.6 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 49.0 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 49.2 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 31.2 in | 4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Ford Fiesta.