| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Chrysler Aspen | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 119.2 in | 103.2 in | 16 in |
| Length | 200.8 in | 174.9 in | 25.9 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 70.1 in | 5.9 in |
| Height | 74.3 in | 69.7 in | 4.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4859 lb. | 3156 lb. | 1703 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 27.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 10.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.3 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.8 in | 53.2 in | 5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.9 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 49.1 in | 8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 39.2 in | 0.0 in | 39.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.9 in | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.0 in | 0.0 in | 48 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.5 in | 0.0 in | 34.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 67.3 ft3 | 29.3 | 38 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 102.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 36.1 ft3 |
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 6 footers see full Chrysler Aspen review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 303-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Its equipped with two captains chairs and a console for passenegers. Plenty of room all around and easy exit and entry. see full Chrysler Aspen 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 |