

Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 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 SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 103.1 in | 15.1 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 174.7 in | 25.5 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 71.1 in | 7 in |
Height | 68.4 in | 67.7 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5269 lb. | 3529 lb. | 1740 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 9.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.4 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 56.6 in | 2.1 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 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 55.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 35.6 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 30.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -18.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 29.2 | 10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |
2010 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
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 |