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Honda Civic (2009) vs. Ford Escape (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Honda Civic and 2012 Ford Escape specs.

2009 Honda Civic and 2012 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Honda Civic Ford Escape  
Engine 1.3L I4 Hybrid
OHC-2v
110 hp@6000
123 lb-ft@1000
2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
153 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4500
 
Transmission CVT CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 103.1 in 3.2 in
Length 176.7 in 174.7 in 2 in
Width 69.0 in 71.1 in -2.1 in
Height 56.5 in 67.7 in -11.2 in
Curb Weight 2904 lb. 3620 lb. -716 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 16.5 gal. -3.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.4 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.7 in 56.6 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.9 in 53.3 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.6 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 39.2 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.4 in 55.9 in -3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 49.1 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 35.6 in -1 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 77.2 in (over 2 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.0 ft3 29.2 ft3 -17.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.0 ft3 66.3 ft3 -54.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda Civic

2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Escape

2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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