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Ford Escape (2014) vs. Kia Optima (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Ford Escape and 2006 Kia Optima specs.

2014 Ford Escape and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2014 2006  
Model Ford Escape Kia Optima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.9 in 106.3 in -0.4 in
Length 178.1 in 185.8 in -7.7 in
Width 72.4 in 71.5 in 0.9 in
Height 66.3 in 55.5 in 10.8 in
Curb Weight 3515 lb. 3281 lb. 234 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.1 gal. 17.2 gal. -2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 39.0 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.0 in 56.9 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 55.8 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.4 in 43.3 in -2.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 37.6 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 55.7 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 54.4 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 36.2 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 79.5 in (over 2 rows) -2.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.3 ft3 13.6 ft3 20.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.8 ft3 13.6 ft3 54.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Escape

2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 
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