Kona vs Escape (kuga)
Hyundai · Ford
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Escape (kuga) beats the Kona by a hair, finishing 0.03 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Escape (kuga) thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Kona is $20,500 vs $31,500 for the Escape (kuga) — a $11,000 gap. Power: Escape (kuga) makes 43 hp more (147 vs 190). Top speed: Escape (kuga) runs to 190 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Kona.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Kona or the Escape (kuga)?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Escape (kuga) is faster, beating the Kona by 0.03 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Kona vs the Escape (kuga)?
The Kona hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the Escape (kuga) does it in 7.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Kona produces 147 hp; the Escape (kuga) produces 190 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Kona tops out at 185 km/h, and the Escape (kuga) reaches 190 km/h.
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