Comparing the Ford Escape vs. Ford Edge

Size

Seating

The most obvious difference between the Ford Escape and the Ford Edge is size. The Edge is a midsize SUV, and it's around seven inches longer than the Escape, which is a compact SUV. Taller LaSalle drivers will appreciate that the Ford Edge has 42.6 inches of front legroom. The Ford Escape has 42.4 inches of front legroom. However, rear legroom is about the same. The Ford Edge offers 40.6 inches of space for backseat passengers to stretch out their legs, while the Ford Escape has 40.7 inches of rear legroom in gas-powered models and 38.9 inches in hybrid versions.

Cargo Space

The Ford Edge has "the edge" when it comes to cargo space. You can haul all your luggage or gear for an outing in Rochelle with the Ford Edge, which has over 39 cubic feet of cargo space behind its rear seats. Fold the back seats down and you have over 73 cubic feet of room. The Ford Escape has a generous amount of cargo space for its class, with 37.5 cubic feet of room behind the rear seats and 65.4 cubic feet of space with the back seats folded.

Performance

Engine Power

As you might expect, the bigger Ford Edge has a more powerful range of engines than that of the Escape. Its base four-cylinder engine produces 250 horsepower. If you need snappier acceleration for merging onto highways near Sandwich, a twin-turbocharged V6 engine is available that makes 335 horsepower. The Ford Escape comes standard with a turbocharged 180-horsepower three-cylinder engine. Its optional four-cylinder powerplant generates 250 horsepower.

Towing Capabilities

If you often pull small boats or trailers around Dixon, both the Ford Escape and Ford Edge can do it. Adding the Class II Trailer Tow Package to either SUV enables a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds.

Maneuverability

The compact Ford Escape is a bit easier to navigate through narrow lanes or tight parking spaces in Mendota than the Edge. That's because it's shorter and has a smaller turning radius than the midsized Edge.

Fuel Economy

When it comes to fuel economy, smaller is usually better, and this case is no exception. Thrifty LaSalle drivers will appreciate that the Ford Escape earns about 27 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway when equipped with its base engine and front-wheel drive. With its most efficient configuration, the Ford Edge returns 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

Technology

Infotainment

A good infotainment system can make your road trips or commutes in Rochelle more enjoyable. The Ford Edge comes standard with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The Ford Escape comes with an 8-inch touchscreen, but a larger screen is available in higher trims. Both SUVs have the user-friendly Sync infotainment interface for effortless access to apps and music.