2025 Ford
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2025 Jeep
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| MPG - City | 26 - 42 MPG | 17 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 36 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 4 - 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic, Manual |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 192 hp | 270 - 470 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs | 2,000 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.2 in | 166.8 - 188.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 73.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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
The Ford Escape offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Jeep Wrangler.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Escape and the Jeep Wrangler.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Escape as you will with the Jeep Wrangler, 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). Clearly, the Ford Escape is a better financial choice over the Jeep Wrangler, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
The Ford Escape is about the same width as the Jeep Wrangler.
The Ford Escape is slightly shorter than the Jeep Wrangler, which may make it easier to park.
Handling
The Ford Escape has the same turning radius as the Jeep Wrangler, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Jeep Wrangler is clearly the choice over the Ford Escape for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Escape has a lot less horsepower than the Jeep Wrangler.
Powertrain
The Ford Escape has much lower torque than the Jeep Wrangler, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Jeep Wrangler.
The Ford Escape has less cargo space than the Jeep Wrangler, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.