| 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 | 2,776 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,854 mm | 4,585 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,882 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,624 kg | 1,618 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 64 L | 6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,016 mm | 949 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 998 mm | -63 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,341 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 986 mm | -74 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,024 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 416 L | 949 L | -533 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.7 | 1,852 L | 13.7 |
| 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.