Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Suzuki XL7 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 243 lb-ft@2300 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 103.1 in | 9.3 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 174.7 in | 22.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 71.1 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 67.7 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4049 lb. | 3529 lb. | 520 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.6 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.3 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.9 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 49.1 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 35.6 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.8 in | 0.0 in | 38.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 0.0 in | 30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.9 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.2 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -13 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.1 ft3 | 29.2 | 8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
2007 Suzuki XL7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I like being able to seat 7 people, which we have done several times. To be fair the 3rd row seats are best for children or small adults but the way the second row can be folded makes access easier. The front & second row seats have lots of legroom. see full Suzuki XL7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats are fully adjustable which I appreciate a lot on a long drive. I tend to stiffen up in a less adjustable seat but the XL7 allows me to readjust enough to really help. Plenty of headroom and comfort. see full Suzuki XL7 review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |