Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Chevrolet HHR | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5900 222 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,629 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 4,475 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,755 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,603 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,528 kg | 1,521 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 61 L | 1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,273 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 991 mm | 5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 1,003 mm | 903 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 674 L | 153 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 1,634 L | 0 L |
2012 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 |
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 |
2012 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 |
2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review |