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Kia Forte (2018) vs. Kia Optima (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Kia Forte and 2006 Kia Optima specs.

2018 Kia Forte and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2018 2006  
Model Kia Forte Kia Optima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 106.3 in 0 in
Length 179.5 in 185.8 in -6.3 in
Width 70.1 in 71.5 in -1.4 in
Height 56.3 in 55.5 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 2908 lb. 3281 lb. -373 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 17.2 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 39.0 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 56.9 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 55.8 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.3 in -1.1 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 54.4 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.9 in 36.2 in -0.3 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.4 in
Cargo Volume 14.9 ft3 13.6 ft3 1.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2019 I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 
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