| Model Year | 2017 | 2023 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Mazda CX-5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,697 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,351 mm | 4,575 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,844 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,661 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,375 kg | 1,749 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 56 L | -6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,367 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 991 mm | -8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 1,006 mm | 911 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,047 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 657 L | 872 L | -215 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,597 L | 1,679 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mazda CX-5.