| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mini Convertible | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 103.1 in | -6 in |
| Length | 145.6 in | 174.7 in | -29.1 in |
| Width | 66.3 in | 71.1 in | -4.8 in |
| Height | 55.7 in | 67.7 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 2867 lb. | 3369 lb. | -502 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.4 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 56.6 in | -6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 55.9 in | -16.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 28.1 in | 35.6 in | -7.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 69.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.0 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -60.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mini Convertible.
| 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 |