| Model Year | 2024 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.4 in | -4.1 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 190.6 in | -7.9 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 76.6 in | -5.7 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 68.9 in | -12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 4266 lb. | -1254 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 20.6 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 60.6 in | -4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 57.5 in | -4.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.9 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 60.2 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 57.4 in | -6.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.6 in | -45.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.5 in | -31.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 40.0 ft3 | -24.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 86.8 ft3 | -71.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Kia Forte.
| 2011 Hyundai Veracruz Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are nice and come standard with heated seats. see full Hyundai Veracruz review |