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Ford Escape (2011) vs. Buick Verano (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Escape and 2014 Buick Verano specs.

2011 Ford Escape and 2014 Buick Verano Specifications

Model Year 2011 2014  
Model Ford Escape Buick Verano  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6550
223 lb-ft@4300
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 105.7 in -2.6 in
Length 174.7 in 183.9 in -9.2 in
Width 71.1 in 71.5 in -0.4 in
Height 67.7 in 58.4 in 9.3 in
Curb Weight 3369 lb. 3550 lb. -181 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 15.0 gal. 1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.3 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 55.1 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 53.7 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 42.0 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 37.8 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 52.9 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 51.9 in -2.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 34.7 in 0.9 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 14.3 ft3 14.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 14.3 ft3 52 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Escape

2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Buick Verano

2014 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 The Buick Verano's impression of substance and solidity extends to its seats. The front buckets are larger and more thickly padded than those in the typical compact sedan, yet have a firm, properly supportive underlying structure. They look and feel "premium." The Acura ILX's front seats, with more prominent side bolsters, provide better lateral support in hard turns, but don't feel as solid or as luxurious. see full Buick Verano review
2014 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
While the Buick Verano's exterior is large for a compact sedan, its rear seat is among the tightest. The ILX is a bit tighter still. In it I can just fit behind my 5-9 self. But anyone who requires an adult-friendly rear seat will likely reject both cars (along with the new Cadillac ATS). The Verano's 14.5 cubic foot trunk--two cubes over the ILX's--is more competitive, and more in line with Buick's traditional strengths. see full Buick Verano review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Buick Verano

2014 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'3. With the seat all the way back I can't reach the pedals. I really don't need to say more. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am 6'1", broad shouldered, overweight, and considered quite a big guy, but I have no trouble fitting into the car. Even if you are a couple of inches higher than me, you should be okay. Be advised I chose a car without a sunroof. The sunroof may cut into that headroom. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seat cushioning is about the best in the business. The foam density Buick used is unlike any I have experienced. see full Buick Verano review
2014 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
If you're tall, prepare for cramping if you have anyone needing to sit behind you. I cannot explain the lack of room here. With my seat in my long range riding position (as far back as I can go with my feet still reaching the pedals) there is 1 and a half inches between the edge of the back seat and the kneeboard on the back of the drivers seat. There is no human capable of putting their leg behind that. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
No rear seat venting except the floor makes it a bit stuffy for the rear seat passengers. The rear seating area is tight to get into but once seated provide enough space. see full Buick Verano review
2013 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
My right knee(with shorts on) hits the hard plastic to discomfort. I thought about putting some padding there. Same with the lack of padding inside the map pocket on the door to keep contents from rattleing. see full Buick Verano review
 
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