Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Dodge Stratus | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5800 190 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.0 in | 105.9 in | 2.1 in |
Length | 191.2 in | 178.1 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 70.6 in | 72.4 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 54.9 in | 66.3 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3231 lb. | 3592 lb. | -361 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.9 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.0 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 54.8 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.4 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.0 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.3 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.8 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -18.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -51.8 ft3 |
2006 Dodge Stratus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room for driver and passenger see full Dodge Stratus review |
2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |