| Model Year | 2024 | 2012 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 103.1 in | 5.2 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 174.7 in | 16.4 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 71.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Height | 59.1 in | 67.7 in | -8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3737 lb. | 3529 lb. | 208 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.4 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.6 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 35.6 in | 3.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -51.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Subaru Legacy.
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 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 |
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |