Kia Forte (2019) vs. Subaru Outback (2010) Specs

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2019 Kia Forte and 2010 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2019	2010
Model	Kia Forte	Subaru Outback
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	107.9 in	-1.6 in
Length	182.7 in	188.2 in	-5.5 in
Width	70.9 in	71.7 in	-0.8 in
Height	56.5 in	65.7 in	-9.2 in
Curb Weight	2810 lb.	3544 lb.	-734 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	18.5 gal.	-4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.8 in	40.8 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	56.3 in	-0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	0.0 in	53 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	43.0 in	-0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	39.3 in	-1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	56.1 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.1 in	0.0 in	51.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	37.8 in	-2.1 in
Total Legroom	77.9 in (over 2 rows)	80.8 in (over 2 rows)	-2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.3 ft³	34.3 ft³	-19 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.3 ft³	71.3 ft³	-56 ft³

2019 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

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2010 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Impressed with the seat comfort/adjustability/durability. 12+hours in the chair is no problem. see full Subaru Outback review
2011	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Wide space with lots of shoulder, hip, leg and head room. Seats are comfy too without being decadent. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review

2010 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review

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