Model Year | 2021 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 105.9 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 178.1 in | 4.6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 66.3 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3592 lb. | -580 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.8 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.4 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 52.4 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 36.8 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -19 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -52.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.
2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |