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2018 Kia Forte and 2007 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 99.4 in | 6.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 176.6 in | -5.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 68.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 65.0 in | -7.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3031 lb. | 3350 lb. | -319 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 53.5 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 51.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 53.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 51.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 33.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte
| 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Subaru Forester
| 2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |
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