Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 182 hp@6000 182 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,621 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,442 mm | 4,547 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,770 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,486 kg | 1,562 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,057 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 970 mm | -66 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 892 mm | -892 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,024 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 830 L | 184 L | 646 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 898 L | -868.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 2,095 L | -1 L |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |