Model Year | 2023 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.7 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 180.1 in | 2.6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 74.1 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 66.1 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3551 lb. | -539 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.6 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.9 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 56.0 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 53.3 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.8 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 37.5 ft3 | -22.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | -50.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Escape.