Model Year | 2023 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.3 in | -3 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 190.6 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.2 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.8 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3556 lb. | -544 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.4 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.8 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.1 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 53.9 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 34.6 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
2011 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lumbar in the base model. Good side bolstering on bottom cushion and through the shoulders. Large range of adjustment and the wheel tilts and shifts. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lots of room, soft seats. see full Nissan Maxima review |