Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Suzuki XL7 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 243 lb-ft@2300 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 105.9 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 178.1 in | 19.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 72.4 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 66.3 in | 2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4048 lb. | 3732 lb. | 316 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.9 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.0 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 54.8 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.3 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.8 in | 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 | 34.3 ft3 | -18.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.1 ft3 | 34.3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.3 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -13.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Suzuki XL7.
2013 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 |
2013 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 |