| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
| Model | Scion xB | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.7 in | -4.3 in |
| Length | 167.3 in | 180.5 in | -13.2 in |
| Width | 69.3 in | 74.1 in | -4.8 in |
| Height | 62.6 in | 66.1 in | -3.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3086 lb. | 3298 lb. | -212 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 57.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.9 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 39.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 56.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 53.3 in | -6.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.7 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.9 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
| 2011 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room for the driver and passenger. Easy to slide and adjust both seats. see full Scion xB review |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room, comfortable, great access to controls, good visibility all round. see full Scion xB review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Ford Escape.