Audi Q7 (2017) vs. Ford Escape (2009) Specs

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2017 Audi Q7 and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year	2017	2009
Model	Audi Q7	Ford Escape
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	103.1 in	14.8 in
Length	199.6 in	174.7 in	24.9 in
Width	77.5 in	71.1 in	6.4 in
Height	68.5 in	67.7 in	0.8 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3529 lb.	1409 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	16.5 gal.	6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	40.4 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	56.6 in	2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.3 in	-53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.6 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	39.2 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	55.9 in	2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	35.6 in	3.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	77.2 in (over 2 rows)	32.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	29.2 ft³	-14.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	29.2	8.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	66.3 ft³	5.3 ft³

2017 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi Q7.

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

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