| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2017 Kia Forte and 2006 Toyota Matrix Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Toyota Matrix | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@6000 264 Nm@1500 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@7600 171 Nm@4400 |
|
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 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 | 1,375 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 | 1,367 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about 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 2017 Kia Forte.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Matrix
| 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 |
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.
