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Ford Escape (2006) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Escape and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2006 Ford Escape and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Ford Escape Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.2 in 101.5 in 1.7 in
Length 174.9 in 165.4 in 9.5 in
Width 70.1 in 70.3 in -0.2 in
Height 69.7 in 58.3 in 11.4 in
Curb Weight 3156 lb. 2968 lb. 188 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 14.5 gal. 2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 39.3 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 54.7 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 0.0 in 53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.2 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 38.5 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 52.8 in 3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 0.0 in 49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 35.5 in 0.1 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.3 ft3 15.0 ft3 14.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 46.0 ft3 20.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape

2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. 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
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
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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