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2023 Kia Forte and 2012 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
| 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 shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.0 in | 3.3 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 179.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 65.9 in | -9.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3440 lb. | -428 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.6 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.1 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -18.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -53 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
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