Kia Forte (2020) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

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2020 Kia Forte and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2020	2011
Model	Kia Forte	Kia Sorento
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	0 in
Length	182.7 in	183.9 in	-1.2 in
Width	70.9 in	74.2 in	-3.3 in
Height	56.5 in	67.3 in	-10.8 in
Curb Weight	3012 lb.	3781 lb.	-769 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	19.8 gal.	-5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.8 in	39.2 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	59.3 in	-3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	56.3 in	-3.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.3 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	39.2 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	58.7 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.1 in	55.9 in	-4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	37.6 in	-1.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	36.7 in	-36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.4 in	-44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.3 in	-31.3 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-32.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.3 ft³	9.1 ft³	6.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.3	37.0 ft³	-21.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.3 ft³	72.5 ft³	-57.2 ft³

2020 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

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2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review

2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review

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