Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,891 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,351 mm | 4,811 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,984 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,375 kg | 1,980 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 80 L | -30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,671 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 940 mm | -28 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 925 mm | -925 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,453 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,252 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 861 mm | -861 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,860 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 657 L | 365 L | 292 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 1,750 L | 22.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,597 L | 3,435 L | -2 L |
2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte.
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
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 |
2008 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 |