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Kia Forte (2015) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Kia Forte and 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport specs.

2015 Kia Forte and 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year 2015 2006  
Model Kia Forte Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 99.4 in 6.9 in
Length 179.5 in 175.4 in 4.1 in
Width 70.1 in 68.5 in 1.6 in
Height 56.5 in 56.7 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 2959 lb. 3016 lb. -57 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 15.9 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 38.6 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 52.7 in 3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 53.3 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.9 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 36.7 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 52.9 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.1 in 51.9 in 1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.9 in 33.0 in 2.9 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 2.2 in
Cargo Volume 14.9 ft3 11.0 ft3 3.9 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte

2015 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
 
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