| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 103.1 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 174.7 in | 13.1 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 71.1 in | 3.1 in |
| Height | 66.3 in | 67.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 3254 lb. | 924 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.3 in | 2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 49.1 in | 5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Lexus RX.
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 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 |