Suzuki Grand Vitara (2009) vs. Ford Escape (2014) Specs

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2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2014 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year	2009	2014
Model	Suzuki Grand Vitara	Ford Escape
Engine	3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 230 hp@6200 213 lb-ft@3500	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	5-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	105.9 in	-2 in
Length	177.1 in	178.1 in	-1 in
Width	71.3 in	72.4 in	-1.1 in
Height	66.7 in	66.3 in	0.4 in
Curb Weight	3704 lb.	3732 lb.	-28 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.4 gal.	15.1 gal.	2.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	39.9 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	56.0 in	0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.5 in	54.8 in	0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	40.4 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.2 in	39.0 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	55.3 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	44.0 in	52.4 in	-8.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.2 in	36.8 in	0.4 in
Total Legroom	78.5 in (over 2 rows)	77.2 in (over 2 rows)	1.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.4 ft³	34.3 ft³	-9.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	68.9 ft³	67.8 ft³	1.1 ft³

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD	The seat is snug and offers lumbar support. see full Suzuki Grand Vitara review

2014 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

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