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Ford Escape (2008) vs. Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Escape and 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban specs.

2008 Ford Escape and 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Ford Escape Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,619 mm 2,946 mm 0 mm
Length 4,437 mm 5,131 mm -1 mm
Width 1,806 mm 2,007 mm -1 mm
Height 1,720 mm 1,953 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,484 kg 2,556 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 98 L -36 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,044 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,659 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,636 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 996 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,656 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,247 mm 1,539 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 991 mm -87 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 963 mm -963 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,567 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,247 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 650 mm -650 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 2,690 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 827 L 479 L 348 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 29.2 1,708 L 28.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,877 L 3,084 L -2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape

2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 AWD
plenty of room 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
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
 
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