| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
| Model | Subaru WRX | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,621 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,595 mm | 4,442 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,476 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,482 kg | 1,432 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 62 L | -2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 996 mm | -54 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 904 mm | -5 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 340 L | 830 L | -490 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 | 1,877 L | 11 |
| 2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. 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 |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |