

Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.1 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 174.7 in | 22.4 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 71.1 in | 7.8 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 67.7 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 3369 lb. | 1209 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.6 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 55.9 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 49.1 in | 7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.6 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 36.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 29.2 | 14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
2011 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |