

Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 113.7 in | -7.8 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 193.4 in | -15.3 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.7 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 72.8 in | -6.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3732 lb. | 4706 lb. | -974 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 59.0 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.4 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.4 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 58.9 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.9 in | -0.1 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 | 34.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.3 | 43.9 ft3 | -9.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -15.9 ft3 |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |