

Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Toyota Sequoia | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 381 hp@5600 401 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 122.0 in | -18.8 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 205.1 in | -30.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 79.8 in | -9.7 in |
Height | 69.7 in | 74.6 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3444 lb. | 6030 lb. | -2586 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -9.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 66.4 in | -10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 62.1 in | -8.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.5 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 65.6 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 59.9 in | -10.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 65.7 in | -65.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.3 in | -35.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | 10.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.3 | 66.6 ft3 | -37.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 120.8 ft3 | -54.5 ft3 |
2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. 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 |
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 |
2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Toyota Sequoia.