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2021 Kia Forte and 2009 Volkswagen Routan Specifications
| Model Year | 2021 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Volkswagen Routan | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 hp@6200 132 lb-ft@4500 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.2 in | -14.9 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 202.5 in | -19.8 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 76.9 in | -6 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 68.9 in | -12.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1914 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -6.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 63.0 in | -6.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.2 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 64.7 in | -9.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 36.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -30.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 83.0 ft3 | -67.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -125.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
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