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2009 Ford Escape and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | BMW 1-Series | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 104.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 171.7 in | 3 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 68.8 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 56.0 in | 11.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 3384 lb. | -15 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 37.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 54.0 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 53.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 32.0 in | 3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 56.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
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