2024 Ford
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 26 - 42 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 36 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 192 hp | 180 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.2 in | 183.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 72.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Subaru Forester.
The Subaru Forester offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Escape, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Escape as you will with the Subaru Forester, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Escape will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Forester.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much wider than the Subaru Forester, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
When looking at overall length, the Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Subaru Forester.
Handling
The Ford Escape has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Escape is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Escape and the Subaru Forester.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Escape transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Forester.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Subaru Forester.
The Ford Escape has less cargo space than the Subaru Forester, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.