Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Acura TLX | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 103.1 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 174.7 in | 17 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 71.1 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 67.7 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3765 lb. | 3529 lb. | 236 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 40.4 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 56.6 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.2 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 55.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 49.1 in | 5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.5 in | 35.6 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Acura TLX.
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 |