Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Kia Optima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 194 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 107.1 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 189.0 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 71.1 in | 3 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 58.3 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3551 lb. | 3294 lb. | 257 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.5 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.7 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.0 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.3 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 54.7 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.8 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.5 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 22.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Escape.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima.