| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Subaru Crosstrek | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 104.9 in | 1 in |
| Length | 178.1 in | 175.8 in | 2.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 71.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 63.6 in | 2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 3113 lb. | 402 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.7 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 43.1 in | -2.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.0 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.2 in | -2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 55.3 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek.