| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Hyundai Azera | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6200 233 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 109.4 in | -6.3 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 192.7 in | -18 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 72.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 58.7 in | 9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 3629 lb. | -260 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 57.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.5 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.2 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.1 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 55.1 in | -6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Azera.