Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 121.2 in | -15.3 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 202.5 in | -24.4 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 76.9 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.9 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3592 lb. | 4483 lb. | -891 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 63.0 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.0 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.6 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 64.7 in | -9.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 64.8 in | -12.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.3 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.7 in | -48.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | -37.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 32.7 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.3 | 83.0 ft3 | -48.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 144.4 ft3 | -76.6 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great driving position and comfortable seat make for hours of driving enjoyment. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |