

Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 105.9 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 178.1 in | 19 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 72.4 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 66.3 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4921 lb. | 3732 lb. | 1189 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.0 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.8 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.0 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 55.3 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 52.4 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.8 in | 3 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 | 34.3 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 34.3 | 9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Explorer.
2013 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 |
2013 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 |