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2009 Ford Escape and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 99.4 in | 3.7 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 159.0 in | 15.7 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 68.3 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 59.7 in | 8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3254 lb. | 2690 lb. | 564 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.7 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 53.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 51.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.8 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 53.0 in | 2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 51.6 in | -2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.6 in | 1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
| 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
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