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2015 Kia Forte and 2009 Nissan Quest Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Nissan Quest | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 124.0 in | -17.7 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 204.1 in | -32.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 77.6 in | -7.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 71.9 in | -14.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 4291 lb. | -1246 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.7 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 63.7 in | -7.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 65.6 in | -12.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 41.7 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 66.2 in | -11.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 67.4 in | -14.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 42.1 in | -6.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -45.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -9.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 87.7 ft3 | -64.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -89.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte
| 2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte
| 2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Quest
| 2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
| 2009 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |
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