

Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 209 hp@5600 212 lb-ft@3600 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 153 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 103.1 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 174.7 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.1 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 67.7 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 3776 lb. | 589 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 56.6 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.3 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.6 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 49.1 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.6 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
2010 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
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 |