Model Year | 2021 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Soul | 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 Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.9 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 165.2 in | 178.1 in | -12.9 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 63.0 in | 66.3 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3036 lb. | 3592 lb. | -556 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.3 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.9 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.0 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.3 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.8 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.2 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.1 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Soul.
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 |