Model Year | 2016 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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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 | 110.4 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 178.1 in | 191.6 in | -13.5 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 72.2 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 58.5 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3592 lb. | 3481 lb. | 111 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.3 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 0.0 in | 54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.4 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 57.0 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.1 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 51.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Escape.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.