

Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Honda Fit | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
1.5L I4 OHC-4v 130 hp@6600 114 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 99.6 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 160.0 in | 14.9 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 67.0 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 60.0 in | 9.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3276 lb. | 2544 lb. | 732 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.5 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 51.5 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.5 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.6 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 45.1 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.3 in | -3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 52.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. 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 |
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 |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
2016 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The new Honda Fit's first row has a a few more inches of elbow room than those in the Versa Note and Fiesta. Consequently, it feels like a larger car--unless you also need leg room. Then it's no better than the Nissan. Drivers with long legs will wish the front seat could slide back farther--but this would cramp the magic style of the rear seat. Even drivers of middling height (e.g. me) might find the driver seat uncomfortable. The headrest and non-adjustable lumbar bulge both jut well forward. Depending on your personal size and shape, this might or might not be an issue. Pay close attention before you buy. see full Honda Fit review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Honda Fit.