Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW i3 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.1 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 157.4 in | 174.7 in | -17.3 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.1 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 62.1 in | 67.7 in | -5.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2634 lb. | 3547 lb. | -913 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -14.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.6 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 41.6 in | -41.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 55.9 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -77.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -26.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -54.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 BMW i3.
2008 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 AWD |
plenty of room 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 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 |