Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Honda Insight | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 98 hp@5800 123 lb-ft@1000 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 153 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,550 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,376 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,694 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,427 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,246 kg | 1,642 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 40 L | 62 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,026 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,311 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 996 mm | -71 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,280 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,237 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 838 mm | 904 mm | -66 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,913 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 450 L | 827 L | -377 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 892 L | 1,877 L | 891 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Honda Insight.
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |