| Model Year | 2020 | 2010 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKZ | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 141 hp@6000 129 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 153 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | CVT | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 103.1 in | 9.1 in |
| Length | 193.9 in | 174.7 in | 19.2 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 71.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 67.7 in | -9.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3871 lb. | 3620 lb. | 251 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 40.4 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 56.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.2 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 49.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -50.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Lincoln MKZ.
| 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 |