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2012 Ford Escape and 2009 Chevrolet Impala Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Chevrolet Impala | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 110.5 in | -7.4 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 200.4 in | -25.7 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 72.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 58.7 in | 9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 3711 lb. | -342 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.4 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 58.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.4 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.8 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.6 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 57.2 in | -8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.6 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 10.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 |
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 2009 Chevrolet Impala
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 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 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 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala 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 review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala 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 review |
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