Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Eclipse | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHC-4v 265 hp@5750 262 lb-ft@4500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 103.2 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 174.9 in | 5.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.1 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 53.5 in | 69.7 in | -16.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3609 lb. | 3276 lb. | 333 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.4 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 56.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.2 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.2 in | -4.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 55.9 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 44.4 in | 49.1 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.2 in | 35.6 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.7 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -50.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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 |