| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Audi A8 / S8 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,073 mm | 2,619 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,192 mm | 4,437 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,895 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,455 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,476 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L | 62 L | 28 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,026 mm | 949 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,501 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 996 mm | -23 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,247 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,074 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,123 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 413 L | 827 L | -414 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 | 1,877 L | 13.6 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Audi A8 / S8.
| 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 |