| Model Year | 2024 | 2014 | |
| Model | Nissan LEAF | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | Electric 214 hp 250 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 105.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Length | 176.4 in | 178.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 72.4 in | -1.9 in |
| Height | 61.4 in | 66.3 in | -4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3856 lb. | 3592 lb. | 264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 15.1 gal. | -15.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 39.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 55.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 52.4 in | -2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 36.8 in | -3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.6 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 30.0 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -37.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Nissan LEAF.
| 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 |