

Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 102.4 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 171.9 in | 3 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.5 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 61.4 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3276 lb. | 3065 lb. | 211 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.3 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 52.3 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.6 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.6 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 43.7 in | 5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.2 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | 4.8 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 Toyota Matrix.