Model Year | 2016 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 189.0 in | -9.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in | -1 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 58.3 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2959 lb. | 3294 lb. | -335 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.5 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.7 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.0 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.3 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.7 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 37.8 in | -1.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -0.1 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 2010 Kia Optima.