Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 105.7 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 179.8 in | -5.1 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.5 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 59.5 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 3078 lb. | 291 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 56.9 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.1 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.3 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.1 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 53.0 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.5 in | 1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 |
2010 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
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 |
2012 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review |
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