Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 3,076 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 5,192 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,831 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,476 kg | 2,028 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 95 L | -33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 988 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,554 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 988 mm | -84 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 970 mm | -970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,234 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 919 mm | -919 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,921 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 762 L | 65 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 2,098 L | 27.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 3,865 L | -2 L |
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 |
2006 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room, good headroom and legroom see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of adjustment possibilities, and it fits me well - comfortable for long drives see full Chevrolet Uplander review |