Model Year | 2020 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.7 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 181.1 in | 1.6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 66.3 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3560 lb. | -548 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.8 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.7 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 52.4 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.3 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -32.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 37.2 ft3 | -21.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -57.7 ft3 |
2020 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte.
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |