| Model Year | 2022 | 2008 | |
| Model | Lexus RC | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 103.1 in | 4.4 in | 
| Length | 184.8 in | 174.7 in | 10.1 in | 
| Width | 72.4 in | 71.1 in | 1.3 in | 
| Height | 54.9 in | 67.7 in | -12.8 in | 
| Curb Weight | 3737 lb. | 3272 lb. | 465 lb. | 
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 0.9 gal. | 
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.4 in | -1.4 in | 
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.6 in | -1.9 in | 
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.3 in | 0.6 in | 
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.4 in | 41.6 in | 3.8 in | 
| Headroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 39.2 in | -4.4 in | 
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 55.9 in | -5.1 in | 
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.9 in | 49.1 in | -4.2 in | 
| Legroom, Row 2 | 27.3 in | 35.6 in | -8.3 in | 
| Total Legroom | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in | 
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.4 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -18.8 ft3 | 
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -55.9 ft3 | 
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Lexus RC.
| 2008 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 AWD  | 
						plenty of room 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 | 
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD  | 
						Roomy. see full Ford Escape review | 
| 2008 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 |