Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5500 275 lb-ft@3000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 126.6 in | -20.7 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 203.0 in | -24.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 75.7 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 65.4 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3765 lb. | 4829 lb. | -1064 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.7 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 60.3 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.8 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.4 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 59.6 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.2 in | 1.1 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 | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.0 | 42.2 ft3 | -8.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.0 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Escape.
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |