Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler Aspen | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 370 lb-ft@4200 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.2 in | 103.1 in | 16.1 in |
Length | 200.8 in | 174.7 in | 26.1 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 71.1 in | 4.9 in |
Height | 74.3 in | 67.7 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5059 lb. | 3529 lb. | 1530 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 27.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 10.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.6 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.8 in | 53.3 in | 5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.6 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.9 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 49.1 in | 8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.6 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 39.2 in | 0.0 in | 39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.0 in | 0.0 in | 48 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.5 in | 0.0 in | 34.5 in |
Total Legroom | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.3 ft3 | 29.2 | 38.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 102.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 36.1 ft3 |
2007 Chrysler Aspen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 303-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Its equipped with two captains chairs and a console for passenegers. Plenty of room all around and easy exit and entry. see full Chrysler Aspen review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |