| Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
| 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 163 hp@5250 152 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 180.5 in | 5.7 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 74.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 66.1 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 3706 lb. | 659 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 40.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 56.0 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 |
| 2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Ford Escape.