Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Dodge Stratus | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5800 190 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 108.0 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 191.2 in | -16.5 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.6 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 54.9 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3387 lb. | 3231 lb. | 156 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 37.6 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.2 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 52.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 35.8 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 53.1 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.1 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 50.3 ft3 |
2008 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 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 | ||
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 Dodge Stratus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room for driver and passenger see full Dodge Stratus review |