| Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 234 lb-ft@4800 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 163 hp@6250 152 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 106.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 180.1 in | 7.7 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 74.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 66.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4490 lb. | 3691 lb. | 799 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 4.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 40.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.0 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.8 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 37.5 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
| 2010 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 2023 Ford Escape.