Model Year | 2022 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated 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 | 3012 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1609 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Forte.
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 |