Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 106.3 in | 4.7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 179.5 in | 17.7 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 70.1 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 56.5 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3495 lb. | 3036 lb. | 459 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.1 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.0 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 54.9 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 53.1 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 35.9 in | 5 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.