Model Year | 2015 | 2021 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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 SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 106.3 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 182.7 in | -4.6 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.9 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 56.5 in | 9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3592 lb. | 3012 lb. | 580 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.8 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.1 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.0 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.2 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.5 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 51.1 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.7 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 52.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Escape.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.