| Model Year | 2024 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Toyota Prius | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 106.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 176.4 in | 3.7 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 68.7 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 58.7 in | 7.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3283 lb. | 3042 lb. | 241 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 54.9 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 52.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.5 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.1 in | 2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 51.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.5 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.4 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | 25.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Ford Escape.
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |