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Compare Ford Escape vs Ford Explorer

Ford Escape
2020 Ford Escape
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$24,885
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.0
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Ford Explorer
2020 Ford Explorer
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$32,765
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
1.5-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.7 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

Ford Escape
Rear View Driving
Dashboard
34
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Ford Explorer
2020 Ford Explorer Rear View Driving
2020 Ford Explorer Infotainment System
23
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.3-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
180 hp
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
177 lb-ft
310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65HR17
P255/65HR18
Rear Tire
P225/65HR17
P255/65HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
N/A
24 MPG
City
N/A
21 MPG
Highway
N/A
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
7.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.7 gallons
19.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
403.2 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
537.6 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Height
66.1 in
69.9 in
Max Width
74.1 in
78.9 in
Front Width
62.4 in
66.9 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
66.9 in
Wheelbase
106.7 in
119.1 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
7.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.4 in
43 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
61.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.2 in
59.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.8 in
39 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
40.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
61.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
59.1 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
32.2 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
38.9 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
54.6 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
40.9 in

Weight and Trailing

Curb Weight
3,299 lbs
4,345 lbs

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
65.4 ft³
87.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
37.5 ft³
47.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
37.5 ft³
18.2 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Dark Persian Green Metallic
  • Desert Gold Metallic
  • Ingot Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Sedona Orange Metallic
  • Velocity Blue Metallic
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Blue Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Metallic
  • Oxford White

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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