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Ford Escape (2009) vs. Lincoln MKZ (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Escape and 2011 Lincoln MKZ specs.

2009 Ford Escape and 2011 Lincoln MKZ Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Ford Escape Lincoln MKZ  
Engine 2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
153 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4500
2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
156 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@2250
 
Transmission CVT CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 107.4 in -4.3 in
Length 174.7 in 190.6 in -15.9 in
Width 71.1 in 72.2 in -1.1 in
Height 67.7 in 56.9 in 10.8 in
Curb Weight 3620 lb. 3743 lb. -123 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 17.5 gal. -1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.7 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 57.4 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 54.0 in -0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 42.3 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 37.8 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 56.5 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 53.3 in -4.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 37.1 in -1.5 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 79.4 in (over 2 rows) -2.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 16.5 ft3 12.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 16.5 ft3 49.8 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Lincoln MKZ

2011 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review
 
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