Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 124.0 in | -20.9 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 204.1 in | -29.4 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.6 in | -6.5 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 71.9 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 4012 lb. | -643 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.9 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 63.7 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 65.6 in | -12.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 41.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 66.2 in | -10.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 67.4 in | -18.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 41.3 in | -5.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.2 in | -41.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -47 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 87.7 ft3 | -58.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 148.7 ft3 | -82.4 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 |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |