Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
Model | Scion tC | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 182.7 in | -8.7 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 70.9 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.5 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 3012 lb. | -42 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.0 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 55.3 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 51.1 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 35.7 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
2010 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 180-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
A fastback car with actual usable back seats! Coupes tend to have cramped back setas, but in this case it is very comfortable sitting in the back for extended periods of time. see full Scion tC review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.