Model Year | 2023 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Sportage | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6100 178 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 105.9 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 178.1 in | 5.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 72.4 in | 1 in |
Height | 65.4 in | 66.3 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3543 lb. | 3732 lb. | -189 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.3 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 56.0 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.4 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 55.3 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 52.4 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 36.8 in | 4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 39.6 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.1 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | 6.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sportage.
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 |