2024 Honda
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2024 Kia
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| MPG - City | 46 - 51 MPG | 22 - 30 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 41 - 44 MPG | 31 - 41 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic, Continuously Variable, Manual |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 147 - 201 hp |
| Exterior Length | 195.7 in | 182.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.3 in | 70.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.3 in
Rear 40.8 in |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 35.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.2 in |
Front 38.8 in
Rear 37.5 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Accord Hybrid than the Kia Forte.
Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda Accord Hybrid, drivers may find the Kia Forte a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Accord Hybrid as you will with the Kia Forte, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Honda Accord Hybrid will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Forte, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Honda Accord Hybrid is much wider than the Kia Forte, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Honda Accord Hybrid, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Forte.
Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Accord Hybrid has a much more powerful engine than the Kia Forte. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Kia Forte do an equal job of transmitting their engine's power to their wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Accord Hybrid and the Kia Forte.