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Ford Escape (2011) vs. BMW 1-Series (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Escape and 2008 BMW 1-Series specs.

2011 Ford Escape and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications

Model Year 2011 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
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Escape

2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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