Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Nissan Versa | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 4,295 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,534 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,476 kg | 1,235 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 50 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,240 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 973 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,199 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 965 mm | -61 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 504 L | 323 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 1,427 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 |
2010 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
No back ache.. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
HUGE rear seat leg room for kids see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Good comfortable seats using quality materials. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room for 4 tall adults see full Nissan Versa review |
2010 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats lumbar support are uncomfortable. The back seats are a lot better, they feel really comfortable to sit or take a nap in. see full Nissan Versa review |