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Kia Forte (2023) vs. Subaru Forester (2012) Specs

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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
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,616 mm 0 mm
Length 4,641 mm 4,559 mm 0 mm
Width 1,801 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,674 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,366 kg 1,560 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 64 L -11 L
Headroom, Row 1 986 mm 1,057 mm 985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,425 mm 1,425 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 953 mm 1,016 mm 952 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,405 mm 1,412 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,298 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 907 mm 965 mm -58 mm
Total Legroom 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 433 L 949 L -516 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.3 1,934 L 14.3

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2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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