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2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class and 2007 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 103.2 in | 23.4 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 174.9 in | 28.1 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 70.1 in | 5.6 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 69.7 in | -4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4829 lb. | 3444 lb. | 1385 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 8.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.3 in | 56.3 in | 4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.6 in | 55.9 in | 3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 35.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 31.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 29.3 | 12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Escape
| 2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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