Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,437 mm | 4,600 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,669 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,008 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 973 mm | -69 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,336 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 762 mm | -762 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 827 L | 348 L | 479 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 1,053 L | 28.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 2,067 L | -1 L |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |