| Model Year | 2013 | 2023 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Toyota Corolla Hatchback | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6600 151 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 103.9 in | 2 in |
| Length | 178.1 in | 172.0 in | 6.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 70.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 57.1 in | 9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3592 lb. | 3060 lb. | 532 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 45.5 in | 6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 29.9 in | 6.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 71.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 | 44.5 ft3 |
| 2013 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 |
| 2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.