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Ford Escape (2007) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Ford Escape and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2007 Ford Escape and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2007 2009  
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
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,621 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,442 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,781 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,770 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,562 kg 2,135 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 85 L -23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 983 mm 13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,247 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 904 mm 937 mm -33 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 950 mm -950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,349 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,151 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 886 mm -886 mm
Total Legroom 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 830 L 385 L 445 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 29.3 1,243 L 28.3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,877 L 2,370 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Escape

2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 
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