| Model Year | 2008 | 2022 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Volkswagen Atlas | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2750 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 117.3 in | -14.2 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 200.7 in | -26 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 78.4 in | -7.3 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 70.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 4605 lb. | -1058 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 61.5 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.2 in | -4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 60.8 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 58.0 in | -8.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.6 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.1 in | -45.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.7 in | -33.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 113 in (over 3 rows) | -35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 20.6 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 55.5 ft3 | -26.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 | -30.5 ft3 |
| 2008 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 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 |
| 2008 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas.