Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 179 kW@6550 302 Nm@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 5,090 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,892 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,730 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 76 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 983 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 1,049 mm | 903 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 600 L | 227 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 21.2 | -20.2 L |
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
2011 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 Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |