| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 104.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Length | 178.1 in | 183.3 in | -5.2 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 70.0 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 57.2 in | 9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3592 lb. | 3194 lb. | 398 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.2 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 41.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.1 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 53.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 52.1 ft3 |
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.