Ford Escort vs Kia Spectra
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Kia Spectra
Overview
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Kia SpectraLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ZX2 | LX |
| Body style | Coupe | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Kia SpectraLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $13,205 (best) | $13,550 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Kia SpectraLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal | 14 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Kia SpectraLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp | 138 hp (best) |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft | 136 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Kia SpectraLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 11.8 cu ft | 12.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,464 lbs (best) | 2,701 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 102.8 in (best) |
| Length | 175.2 in | 177.2 in (best) |
| Width | 67.4 in | 68.3 in (best) |
| Height | 52.3 in | 57.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Kia SpectraLX |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Escort | Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZX2 $13,205 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $13,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ZX2 Deluxe $14,355 MSRP | LX $14,550 MSRP |
| 3 | ZX2 Premium $14,810 MSRP | EX $15,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX $16,550 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SX $16,450 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SX $17,450 MSRP |