Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.2 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 171.9 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 67.7 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.3 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2959 lb. | 2403 lb. | 556 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.4 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 53.1 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.1 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.8 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 52.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 51.2 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 31.1 in | 4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | 1.2 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 2012 Kia Rio.