| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Nissan Quest | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 118.1 in | -12.2 in |
| Length | 178.1 in | 200.8 in | -22.7 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 77.6 in | -5.2 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 71.5 in | -5.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3592 lb. | 4367 lb. | -775 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 42.1 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 64.5 in | -8.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.3 in | -2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 43.8 in | -3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 41.6 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 63.2 in | -7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 66.0 in | -13.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -43.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.3 | 63.6 ft3 | -29.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -40.6 ft3 |
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |