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Ford Escape (2008) vs. Ford Edge (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Escape and 2009 Ford Edge specs.

2008 Ford Escape and 2009 Ford Edge Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Ford Escape Ford Edge  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
149 kW@6000
262 Nm@4850
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
198 kW@6250
339 Nm@4500
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,619 mm 2,824 mm 0 mm
Length 4,437 mm 4,717 mm 0 mm
Width 1,806 mm 1,925 mm 0 mm
Height 1,720 mm 1,707 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,609 kg 1,942 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 72 L -10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,438 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,354 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,034 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 998 mm -2 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,494 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,247 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 1,006 mm 903 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 827 L 909 L -82 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,877 L 1,971 L 0 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 2009 Ford Edge

2009 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
i have 2 teenagers who have complained regularly with other vehicles they have rode in in the last 6 months. see full Ford Edge review
2008 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Spacious legroom and reclining seats. Fat center fold down armrest with cup holders and adjustable A/C vents are a nice touch. see full Ford Edge review
2008 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Great for long trips. see full Ford Edge review
2008 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Seats are very comfortable. Love the forward leaning front headrests. Great legroom as well. see full Ford Edge review
2008 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Larger and more comfortable than any other offering in this segment. Class leading legroom and open feel. see full Ford Edge review
2008 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
EXCELLENT ROOM IN THE REAR FOR LEGS AND STRETCHING OUT. see full Ford Edge review
2009 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
A little cramped see full Ford Edge review
2010 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
not much leg room see full Ford Edge review
 
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