Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 119.3 in | -16.2 in |
Length | 174.7 in | 200.0 in | -25.3 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 77.4 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 68.9 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3369 lb. | 4177 lb. | -808 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 63.8 in | -7.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.4 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.9 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 64.9 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 67.5 in | -18.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.6 in | -4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.8 in | -51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 122 in (over 3 rows) | -44.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | -14.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 94.5 ft3 | -65.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 148.9 ft3 | -82.6 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |