Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Escape | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,855 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,524 mm | 4,755 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,693 kg | 2,404 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 57 L | 100 L | -43 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 973 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 904 mm | 31 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 971 L | 878 L | 93 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,920 L | 2,010 L | -1 L |
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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.