Model Year | 2021 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia K5 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 105.9 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 178.1 in | 15 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 72.4 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 66.3 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3534 lb. | 3592 lb. | -58 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.0 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 54.8 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 46.1 in | 40.4 in | 5.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.3 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 52.4 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 36.8 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -18.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -51.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia K5.
2013 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 |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |