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2022 Ford
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2023 Kia
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| MPG - City | 22 - 44 MPG | 38 - 42 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 31 - 37 MPG | 38 - 44 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 181 - 250 hp | 177 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 3,500 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.3 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Ford Escape, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Escape as you will with the Kia Sportage Hybrid, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Escape is somewhat more expensive than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Dimensions
The Ford Escape is about the same width as the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the Kia Sportage Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Ford Escape.
The Ford Escape has a little more horsepower than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Powertrain
The Ford Escape has much lower torque than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
The Ford Escape has significantly less cargo capacity than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.