Kia Forte (2017) vs. Kia Optima (2014) Specs

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2017 Kia Forte and 2014 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year	2017	2014
Model	Kia Forte	Kia Optima
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	110.0 in	-3.7 in
Length	179.5 in	190.7 in	-11.2 in
Width	70.1 in	72.1 in	-2 in
Height	56.3 in	57.9 in	-1.6 in
Curb Weight	3011 lb.	3468 lb.	-457 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	18.5 gal.	-5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	40.0 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	57.3 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.8 in	54.7 in	-0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	45.5 in	-3.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	37.6 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	55.7 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	54.5 in	-1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	34.7 in	1.2 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	80.2 in (over 2 rows)	-2.1 in
Cargo Volume	14.9 ft³	15.4 ft³	-0.5 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.

2014 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima.

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