Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 118.9 in | -12.6 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 202.0 in | -30.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 78.3 in | -8.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 69.3 in | -12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 4387 lb. | -1342 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 63.2 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 59.2 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.7 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 65.3 in | -10.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 65.9 in | -12.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 40.9 in | -5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 60.5 in | -60.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.1 in | -50.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -38.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 80.1 ft3 | -56.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -85.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |