Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 103.9 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 174.8 in | -14.7 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 73.0 in | -5.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 64.4 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2742 lb. | 3311 lb. | -569 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 56.7 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.7 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 55.1 in | -6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 49.1 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 37.9 in | -6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.4 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -29.2 ft3 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV | Seats are just not comfortable for any trips lasting more than an hour. I'm 6'1 and my wife is 5'6" and we both found the seats to be uncomfortable on long trips see full Kia Sportage review |