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2006 Ford Escape and 2008 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 107.4 in | -4.2 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 188.9 in | -14 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 72.1 in | -2 in |
| Height | 69.7 in | 58.0 in | 11.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3276 lb. | 3458 lb. | -182 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.5 in | -2.3 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 | 56.9 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 55.3 in | -6.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 13 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 50 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Hyundai Sonata
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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