Ford Escape (2014) vs. Acura RL (2008) Specs

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2014 Ford Escape and 2008 Acura RL Specifications

Model Year	2014	2008
Model	Ford Escape	Acura RL
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.9 in	110.2 in	-4.3 in
Length	178.1 in	193.6 in	-15.5 in
Width	72.4 in	72.2 in	0.2 in
Height	66.3 in	57.1 in	9.2 in
Curb Weight	3732 lb.	4012 lb.	-280 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.1 gal.	19.4 gal.	-4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.9 in	38.5 in	1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.0 in	58.5 in	-2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.8 in	55.1 in	-0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.4 in	42.4 in	-2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.0 in	37.2 in	1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	56.1 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.4 in	54.0 in	-1.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	36.3 in	0.5 in
Total Legroom	77.2 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	-1.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.3 ft³	13.1 ft³	21.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	67.8 ft³	13.1 ft³	54.7 ft³

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

2008 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

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