smart fortwo (2009) vs. Ford Escape (2007) Specs

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2009 smart fortwo and 2007 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year	2009	2007
Model	smart fortwo	Ford Escape
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	2dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	73.5 in	103.2 in	-29.7 in
Length	106.1 in	174.9 in	-68.8 in
Width	61.4 in	70.1 in	-8.7 in
Height	60.7 in	69.7 in	-9 in
Curb Weight	1808 lb.	3156 lb.	-1348 lb.
Fuel Capacity	8.7 gal.	16.5 gal.	-7.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.7 in	40.4 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	48.0 in	56.3 in	-8.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	45.4 in	53.2 in	-7.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.6 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	0.0 in	39.2 in	-39.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.9 in	-55.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.1 in	-49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	0.0 in	35.6 in	-35.6 in
Total Legroom	41.2 in (over 1 rows)	77.2 in (over 2 rows)	-36 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.0 ft³	29.3 ft³	-17.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	12.0 ft³	66.3 ft³	-54.3 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 smart fortwo

2009 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	comfortable driving position. see full smart fortwo review
2009	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Roomy, sits high see full smart fortwo review
2009	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	firm and supportive as needed, minimal seat fatigue on long drives see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	plenty of room for two adults see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Makes you feel as though you are riding in a full size car. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	bigger than it looks, no aches and pains even after a long drive see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	With a bad back it is very easy to get into and out of the car. Very roomy when compared to other vehicles in the same class, whether two or four passenger. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Have driven on a number of 350 mile trips each way on the Interstae and found the ride comfortable. Around town it holds its own, except on very rough roads. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Me and hubby are big people both over 6 ft tall and we are both comfortable in the seats. I actually have to move the seat forward to reach pedals. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Lots of room see full smart fortwo review

2009 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat. Fortwo mean for 2 people. No surprises. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	there are no rear seats see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Ah, there is no rear seat? see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Does not exist see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat. This is okay with me. But for someone looking for a family vehicle this could be a downside. I mostly see it as an excuse to not have to cart others around. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Well there is no rear seat to start with. But this could have been a better designed flip down tray design for groceries and other items. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat see full smart fortwo review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Escape

2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	plenty of room 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
2007	4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Roomy. 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
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

2007 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
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

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