| Model Year | 2023 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 163 hp@6250 152 lb-ft@4500 |
2.3L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 133 hp@6000 129 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 103.2 in | 3.5 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 174.9 in | 5.2 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 70.1 in | 4 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 69.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3691 lb. | 3759 lb. | -68 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 56.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.2 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 49.1 in | 4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 35.6 in | 3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.5 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | 8.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Escape.
| 2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |