| Model Year | 2017 | 2022 | |
| Model | Subaru Outback | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 8-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 106.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Length | 189.6 in | 180.5 in | 9.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 74.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 66.1 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3810 lb. | 3566 lb. | 244 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 40.9 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 56.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 53.3 in | 1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 38.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 79.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
| 2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Ford Escape.