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2012 Ford Escape and 2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 179 kW@6550 302 Nm@4300 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 226 kW@5600 438 Nm@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,807 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,437 mm | 5,090 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,528 kg | 1,719 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 66 L | -4 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 960 mm | 36 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 955 mm | -51 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 527 L | 300 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 18.6 | -17.6 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Escape
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
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