| Model Year | 2016 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@6000 264 Nm@1750 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@7600 171 Nm@4400 |
|
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,351 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,416 kg | 1,270 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 50 L | 0 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 922 mm | -10 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 657 L | 617 L | 40 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,597 L | 1,506 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |