| Model Year | 2017 | 2023 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Toyota GR Corolla | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 173.6 in | -2.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.8 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.2 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2928 lb. | 3252 lb. | -324 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.4 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 53.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 45.5 in | 7.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 29.9 in | 6 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 71.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 56.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla.