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2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 113.7 in | -10.5 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 193.4 in | -18.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 69.7 in | 72.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1262 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.9 in | -3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 55.5 in | -6.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 43.9 ft3 | -14.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. 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 |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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