| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chrysler Sebring | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5800 190 lb-ft@4850 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.0 in | 103.1 in | 4.9 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 174.7 in | 16 in |
| Width | 70.6 in | 71.1 in | -0.5 in |
| Height | 54.9 in | 67.7 in | -12.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3222 lb. | 3369 lb. | -147 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 40.4 in | -2.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 53.3 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.6 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 49.1 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.6 in | 2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -50.3 ft3 |
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
While there is ample room in my Sebring, the seats are not designed for long trips. Hard, ungiving seats are my complaint. see full Chrysler Sebring review |
| 2009 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 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 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 |