Model Year | 2010 | 2022 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.3 in | 14.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 182.7 in | 19.8 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 70.9 in | 6 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 56.5 in | 12.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3012 lb. | 1609 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 56.1 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.5 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.3 in | 9.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 30.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 15.3 | 67.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 125.7 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Forte.