| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
| Model | Lexus IS | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 105.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 178.1 in | 2 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 66.3 in | -10.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3515 lb. | -60 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 56.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 54.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 40.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.3 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 52.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 30.6 in | 36.8 in | -6.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -21.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -54.8 ft3 |
| 2011 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
| 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 |