| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,621 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,006 mm | 4,442 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,781 mm | 1 mm |
| Height | 1,788 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,146 kg | 1,562 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 62 L | 8 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 0 mm | 843 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 830 L | -235 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 29.3 | -28.3 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 1,877 L | 1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
| 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 |