Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 149 kW@6000 262 Nm@4850 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 228 kW@6200 409 Nm@3000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,621 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,442 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,770 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,562 kg | 2,404 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 100 L | -38 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 973 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,247 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 904 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 830 L | 878 L | -48 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,877 L | 2,010 L | -1 L |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |