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2012 Kia Forte and 2007 Kia Spectra Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Kia Spectra | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 156 hp@6200 144 lb-ft@4300 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 102.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 177.2 in | 1.1 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 68.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 57.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2769 lb. | 2701 lb. | 68 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 55.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.4 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 42.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.2 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 53.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.7 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Forte
| 2012 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room, indeed there may be too much room as it is a bit of a reach to unlock the passenger side door, almost impossible to adjust the passenger door mirror and lower the passenger window? Forget it. Plenty of elbow room. see full Kia Forte review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My Jazz Bass, in its case, fits on the floor between the front and rear seats. Just like the front seats, there is plenty of room for two and adequate room for three. see full Kia Forte review |
| 2012 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I feel the seat is to far away from the wheel and the pedals are angled to steeply. The dead pedal is perfect though. see full Kia Forte review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Spectra
| 2007 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
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