Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 103.2 in | 17.9 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 174.9 in | 29.5 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 70.1 in | 1.9 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 69.7 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 3276 lb. | 1194 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 56.3 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.2 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.6 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 55.9 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 49.1 in | 12.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 35.6 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 37.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 29.3 | 44.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 70.2 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |