| Model Year | 2021 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Genesis | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 115.6 in | -9.3 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 195.9 in | -13.2 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 73.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 58.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 3748 lb. | -1041 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.4 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 44.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.7 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 54.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.
| 2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |