Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.7 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 180.0 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.4 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 56.3 in | 58.7 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3011 lb. | 3480 lb. | -469 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.7 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.3 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 54.1 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 36.1 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
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.
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |