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Ford Escape (2008) vs. Pontiac G8 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Escape and 2009 Pontiac G8 specs.

2008 Ford Escape and 2009 Pontiac G8 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Ford Escape Pontiac G8  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 114.8 in -11.7 in
Length 174.7 in 196.1 in -21.4 in
Width 71.1 in 74.8 in -3.7 in
Height 67.7 in 57.7 in 10 in
Curb Weight 3272 lb. 3855 lb. -583 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 19.0 gal. -2.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.7 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.6 in 59.1 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 56.7 in -3.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 42.2 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.0 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 59.1 in -3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 58.0 in -8.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 39.4 in -3.8 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 81.6 in (over 2 rows) -4.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.2 ft3 17.5 ft3 11.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 17.5 ft3 48.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Escape

2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 AWD
plenty of room 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
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2008 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac G8

2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Huge back seat, and very comfortable, even for two adults and a child seat. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Plenty of room, good support, and do not have to squirm much on a 6 hour drive. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tons of legroom, and I mean TONS of legroom see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 256-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Even with front seats completely back, there is enough leg room for rear passengers. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
When I go places with my friends, I actaully like sitting in the back! The back seats are sooo comfortable. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seat fits my smaller frame and has comfortable padding and bolsters. The headrest is in the right place. Power controls are convenient. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Tons of room for the family. This is a true full-size sedan. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Extremely comfortable backseat, although serious hump in the center eliminates almost all leg room for center seat. Four in comfort all day long, large armrest, good visibility forward and to the side. Nice support, split folding seats and cargo passthru see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Fantastic seats. see full Pontiac G8 review
2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Cannot get comfortable - ever. Hurts my lower back after just 15 mins. I have the leather seats w/ premium package. No lateral support/bolstering either. Lumbar support useless. see full Pontiac G8 review
 
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