| Model Year | 2016 | 2023 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 277 hp@6000 311 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 188.4 in | -17.1 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.8 in | -4.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 66.3 in | -9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3122 lb. | 3907 lb. | -785 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.1 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 57.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.2 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.0 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.3 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 56.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 41.7 in | -5.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 36.4 ft3 | -13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 | -15.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe.