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Ford Escape (2008) vs. Ford Focus (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Escape and 2011 Ford Focus specs.

2008 Ford Escape and 2011 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Ford Escape Ford Focus  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
200 hp@6000
193 lb-ft@4850
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
140 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 102.9 in 0.2 in
Length 174.7 in 175.0 in -0.3 in
Width 71.1 in 66.7 in 4.4 in
Height 67.7 in 58.6 in 9.1 in
Curb Weight 3387 lb. 2645 lb. 742 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 13.5 gal. 3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.2 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 53.5 in 3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 50.4 in 2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.7 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.3 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 53.7 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 50.9 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 36.1 in -0.5 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 13.8 ft3 15.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 13.8 ft3 52.5 ft3

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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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Focus

2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2010 The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Focus

2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review
2010 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review
2010 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review
2010 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review
2010 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review
 
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