Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW X5 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6300 350 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.5 in | 105.9 in | 9.6 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 178.1 in | 13 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 72.4 in | 3.7 in |
Height | 69.5 in | 66.3 in | 3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5335 lb. | 3732 lb. | 1603 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 56.0 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 55.3 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 36.8 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -27.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 ft3 | 34.3 | -12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.8 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 BMW X5.
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |