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2018 Kia Optima and 2014 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2014 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,804 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,854 mm | 4,524 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,859 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,466 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,629 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 57 L | 13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 991 mm | -31 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 935 mm | -31 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 450 L | 971 L | -521 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 1,920 L | 14.9 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Escape
| 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 |
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