| Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
| Model | Suzuki Kizashi | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 170 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 105.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Length | 183.1 in | 178.1 in | 5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 72.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 66.3 in | -8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3241 lb. | 3592 lb. | -351 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.0 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.0 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 52.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -21 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.3 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -54.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |