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2006 Ford Escape and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 112.5 in | -9.3 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 188.8 in | -13.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Height | 69.7 in | 69.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 4044 lb. | -600 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 51.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 51.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 40.2 in | -4.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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