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2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,796 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,814 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,834 kg | 1,609 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 62 L | 2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,298 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,019 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 827 L | -826 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,900 L | 1,877 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape
| 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 |
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