Model Year | 2022 | 2008 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz A-Class | Ford Escape | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 hp@5800 221 lb-ft@1250 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 103.1 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 174.7 in | 4.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.1 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 67.7 in | -10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3395 lb. | 3547 lb. | -152 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.6 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.6 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.9 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.6 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.6 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -20.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 8.6 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -57.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz A-Class.
2008 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 AWD |
plenty of room 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 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 |