Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Acura RL | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 110.2 in | -7 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 193.6 in | -18.7 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 57.1 in | 12.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 4012 lb. | -568 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.5 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.1 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.2 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.1 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 54.0 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.3 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 |
2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |