Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 167.4 in | 10.9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.2 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 57.0 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3211 lb. | -147 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.6 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.1 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 36.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 47.0 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 41.5 in | 12 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 33.9 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.3 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
2013 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review |