| Model Year | 2024 | 2015 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 163 hp@6250 152 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 170 hp@5000 184 lb-ft@1000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 104.4 in | 2.3 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 183.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 70.0 in | 4.1 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 57.2 in | 8.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3539 lb. | 3411 lb. | 128 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.6 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.5 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Ford Escape.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta.