Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Nissan Rogue | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 4,656 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,476 kg | 1,486 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 973 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 897 mm | 7 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 818 L | 9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 1,640 L | 0 L |
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 |
2012 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD |
I'm over 6' tall with long legs, and I have plenty of room. I can sit in the rear seat after I set the driver's seat at a comfortable position, as well. I wish the lower cushion height/angle could be adjusted, but still very comfortable. see full Nissan Rogue review |