Model Year | 2023 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.4 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 191.1 in | -8.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.4 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 58.1 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3492 lb. | -480 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.3 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 45.5 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.5 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 56.1 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 35.6 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata.