Model Year | 2013 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Escape | BMW Z4 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 98.2 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 161.9 in | 16.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.1 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 49.9 in | 16.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 3108 lb. | 407 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.3 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 52.5 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.0 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | 39 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 35.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |