Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 122 hp@5000 129 lb-ft@4750 |
2.3L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 133 hp@6000 129 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 103.1 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 174.7 in | 19.1 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 71.1 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 67.7 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3638 lb. | -181 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.6 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.3 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.6 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.2 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 49.1 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.6 in | 2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -13.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -50.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 |