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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Kia Optima (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2020 Kia Optima specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2020 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2009 2020  
Model Ford Escape Kia Optima  
Engine 2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
153 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4500
2.0L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
154 hp@6000
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,619 mm 2,804 mm 0 mm
Length 4,437 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,806 mm 1,859 mm 0 mm
Height 1,720 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,642 kg 1,581 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 70 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,156 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 960 mm 36 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,247 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 904 mm 0 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 827 L 450 L 377 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,877 L 15.9 -14.9 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 

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