Model Year | 2007 | 2023 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHC-4v 263 hp@5750 260 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 106.3 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 179.7 in | 182.7 in | -3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.9 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 53.5 in | 56.5 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 3538 lb. | 3012 lb. | 526 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 38.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 56.1 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.0 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 42.2 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.5 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 55.3 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.4 in | 51.1 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 35.7 in | -6.5 in |
Total Legroom | 72 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.7 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 263-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
Kids only and not very comfortable see full Mitsubishi Eclipse review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.