Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5500 275 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 105.9 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 178.1 in | 19.1 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 66.3 in | -7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3613 lb. | -123 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.7 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 55.9 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 54.5 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.4 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 55.2 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 52.4 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.3 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 34.0 ft3 | -19.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 68.0 ft3 | -53.6 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Escape.