

Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Audi A8 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 350 hp@6600 325 lb-ft@3500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 103.1 in | 17.9 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 174.7 in | 29.7 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 71.1 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 67.7 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4399 lb. | 3529 lb. | 870 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.4 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 56.6 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.2 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 55.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 42.3 in | 35.6 in | 6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 83.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.6 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.6 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -51.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Audi A8.
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 |