Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 350 hp@6800 324 lb-ft@3500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 103.2 in | 9.2 in |
Length | 187.2 in | 174.9 in | 12.3 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 70.1 in | 5.8 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 69.7 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 5254 lb. | 3276 lb. | 1978 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 9.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.4 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 56.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.2 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 55.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.0 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
2007 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg 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 |