| Model Year | 2011 | 2022 | |
| Model | Lexus ES | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 106.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 180.5 in | 10.6 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 74.1 in | -3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 66.1 in | -9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3566 lb. | 14 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.3 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 38.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.7 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -18.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | -50.7 ft3 |
| 2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Ford Escape.