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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Ford Focus (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2013 Ford Focus specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2013 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
Model Ford Escape Ford Focus  
Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6550
223 lb-ft@4300
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
252 hp@5500
270 lb-ft@2700
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 104.3 in -1.2 in
Length 174.7 in 171.6 in 3.1 in
Width 71.1 in 71.8 in -0.7 in
Height 67.7 in 57.7 in 10 in
Curb Weight 3369 lb. 3223 lb. 146 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 12.4 gal. 4.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.3 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 55.6 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 53.9 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.9 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 37.9 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 53.7 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 52.7 in -3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 33.2 in 2.4 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 2.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 23.8 ft3 5.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 44.8 ft3 21.5 ft3

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

2009 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 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
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 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 2013 Ford Focus

2013 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Focus

2013 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review
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
 
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