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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Chevrolet Cruze (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
Model Ford Escape Chevrolet Cruze  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 105.7 in -2.6 in
Length 174.7 in 181.0 in -6.3 in
Width 71.1 in 70.7 in 0.4 in
Height 67.7 in 58.1 in 9.6 in
Curb Weight 3254 lb. 3102 lb. 152 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 15.6 gal. 0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.3 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 54.8 in 1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 53.0 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 42.2 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 37.9 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 53.9 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 52.4 in -3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 35.4 in 0.2 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 15.4 ft3 13.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 15.4 ft3 50.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze

2013 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze

2013 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review
2012 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Unfortunately there is no leg room in the rear of the car when the front seats are a particular distant from the dashboard. So either all the people when riding in this car need to be small people like no more then 5 foot?! or you can only have two 6 foot people in it at a time. needs serious improvements there! see full Chevrolet Cruze review
 
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