Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Cadillac CTS | Ford Escape | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 103.1 in | 11.5 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 174.7 in | 20.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 71.1 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 67.7 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3620 lb. | 3272 lb. | 348 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 56.6 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 41.6 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.9 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 49.1 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 35.6 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.7 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -15.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -52.6 ft3 |
2015 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first two generations of the CTS were "in between" cars larger than a BMW 3-Series but more compact than a BMW 5-Series. Contented and priced like the former, they weren't pitched as competitors to the latter. With the third-generation sedan this has changed. The new CTS leaves the 3er for the ATS and goes head-to-head with the 5er. However, the 2014's exterior and interior are only a bit more expansive than those of the 2008-2013 car. Also, the rear doors do not open wide enough for easy entry. You'll still find a roomier, more comfortable, easier to access rear seat in the 5-Series, even if the official specs suggest otherwise. see full Cadillac CTS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Cadillac CTS.
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 |