Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Lincoln MKZ | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 179 kW@6550 302 Nm@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,839 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,420 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,696 kg | 1,601 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 62 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,026 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 996 mm | -36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 904 mm | 36 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 447 L | 827 L | -380 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 1,877 L | 14.8 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
2009 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 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 |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 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 |