Kia Forte (2013) vs. Ford Flex (2009) Specs

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2013 Kia Forte and 2009 Ford Flex Specifications

Model Year	2013	2009
Model	Kia Forte	Ford Flex
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 156 hp@6200 144 lb-ft@4300	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6250 248 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	117.9 in	-13.6 in
Length	170.9 in	202.3 in	-31.4 in
Width	69.9 in	75.9 in	-6 in
Height	57.5 in	67.6 in	-10.1 in
Curb Weight	2843 lb.	4500 lb.	-1657 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.7 gal.	19.2 gal.	-5.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	41.8 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.7 in	58.4 in	-2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	55.4 in	-2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.3 in	40.8 in	2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.4 in	40.5 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.7 in	57.1 in	-2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.3 in	55.0 in	-1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.0 in	44.3 in	-9.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.7 in	-38.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	50.8 in	-50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	41.1 in	-41.1 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	33.4 in	-33.4 in
Total Legroom	78.3 in (over 2 rows)	118.5 in (over 3 rows)	-40.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.4 ft³	19.4 ft³	0 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	19.4	45.0 ft³	-25.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum	0.0	86.7 ft³	-86.7

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte

2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte

2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Flex

2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review
2010	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	everything see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	My over 6 foot tall friends absolutely love my Flex because their knees never touch the backs of the front seats. The rear seat is like sitting in a stretch limo. With plenty of cup holders and storage for all to enjoy. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Extremely comfortable and accomodating see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	The front seats exceptionally comfortable. They are large and supportive. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	The second row seats have limo class legroom and are sofa comfy. The second row screams road trip. The third row seats are ample for cross town trips for adults (6ft folks will fit) and should be no problems for the smaller ones. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Multiple seat settings and very comfortable seats. see full Ford Flex review
2009	4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Lots of leg room. Comfy seats. Personal headphones are good, too. see full Ford Flex review

2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review

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