Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Pontiac Torrent | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,858 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 4,796 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,814 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,842 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 63 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,019 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 1,021 mm | 903 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,068 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 997 L | -170 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 1,943 L | 0 L |
2008 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 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 | ||
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 |
2009 Pontiac Torrent Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat slides for and aft making for lots of leg room or more cargo space when you need it. I also like the center armrest and upright position. see full Pontiac Torrent review |