Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 126.6 in | -23.4 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 203.1 in | -28.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 77.1 in | -7 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 65.4 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 4960 lb. | -1516 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 60.3 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 59.6 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 42.2 ft3 | -12.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -18.7 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class.