Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Suzuki XL7 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 243 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 | 103.2 in | 112.4 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 197.2 in | -22.3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.2 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 68.9 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 4048 lb. | -604 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 52.2 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.2 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.3 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 53.1 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.8 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.8 in | -38.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | -33.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 38.1 ft3 | -8.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 54.3 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Suzuki XL7.