Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 176.2 in | 6.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.2 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3326 lb. | -314 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.7 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.2 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.1 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 50.7 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 34.4 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo S40.