Model Year | 2017 | 2022 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.8 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 196.8 in | -25.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 76.0 in | -5.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 71.6 in | -14.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3031 lb. | 4430 lb. | -1399 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.3 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 61.1 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 60.3 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 38.5 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | -34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 47.5 ft3 | -24.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | -30.1 ft3 |
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 2022 Subaru Ascent.