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Kia Spectra (2009) vs. Kia Forte (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Kia Spectra and 2014 Kia Forte specs.

2009 Kia Spectra and 2014 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2009 2014  
Model Kia Spectra Kia Forte  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.8 in 106.3 in -3.5 in
Length 177.2 in 179.5 in -2.3 in
Width 68.3 in 70.1 in -1.8 in
Height 57.9 in 56.5 in 1.4 in
Curb Weight 2701 lb. 2959 lb. -258 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.1 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.1 in 56.1 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.4 in 53.0 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.8 in 42.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 37.3 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 54.9 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 53.1 in 0.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.4 in 35.9 in -0.5 in
Total Legroom 78.2 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 0.1 in
Cargo Volume 12.2 ft3 14.9 ft3 -2.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Spectra

2009 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD		 Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Forte

2014 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Forte

2014 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review
 
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