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2020 Mazda Mazda6 and 2013 Kia Forte Specifications
| Model Year | 2020 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Kia Forte | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6000 168 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 104.3 in | 7.1 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 178.3 in | 13.2 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 69.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 2898 lb. | 682 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 53.0 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.7 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 53.3 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 35.0 in | 3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Mazda Mazda6
| 2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte
| 2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 2013 Kia Forte
| 2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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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