2024 Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape

When you're searching for your next capable SUV to take on the Bartow roads and your weekend adventures, you'll likely end up looking at two popular models: the 2024 Subaru Forester and the 2024 Ford Escape. Both powered by formidable engines and engineered for spacious comfort, either is guaranteed to enhance your drives through Lakeland Highlands. So, which should you choose? Find out in this comprehensive Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape comparison from the experts at Subaru Lakeland!

2024 Ford Escape vs. Subaru Forester: Performance

Whether you choose the 2024 Subaru Forester or Ford Escape, you'll find exceptional engine performance under the hood. That said, if you're a driver who craves off-roading adventure or prefers the peace of mind that comes with advanced handling, stability, and traction, you'll want to opt for the latest Subaru Forester. When you choose the Subaru Forester over the Ford Escape, you'll enjoy:

• Standard All-Wheel Drive: All Subaru Forester models are equipped with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, a proprietary all-wheel drive system that offers significant traction control on and off the roads. The Ford Escape only comes standard with front-wheel drive, locking all-wheel drive capability behind trim and option upgrades. 

• X-MODE®: Subaru doesn't stop at all-wheel drive capability- when you choose any trim above the Subaru Forester Base model, you'll enjoy standard X-MODE®, a series of driving modes that optimizes engine output to handle low-friction surfaces. Some of the modes include Deep Snow, Mud, and Low Speed / Low Ratio Gradient Control. No equivalent is available on the Ford Escape. 

• Advanced Fuel Tank Capacity: To ensure drivers can spend more time journeying outside of Winter Haven and less time at the pump, each Subaru Forester trim level comes with a 16.6-gallon fuel tank. Depending on the trim and engine configuration of the Ford Escape, you'll only receive tanks that hold between 11.1 gallons and 15.7 gallons.

2024 Ford Escape vs. Subaru Forester: Interior Dimensions

In addition to boasting more on- and off-road capabilities, the 2024 Subaru Forester also offers a more spacious cabin. Compare the Ford Escape vs. Subaru Forester interior dimensions in the breakdown below to see how much more space the Forester gives for your crew and cargo:

2024 Subaru Forester Base Interior Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: Five passengers

• Headroom (Front/Rear): 41.2 inches / 39.6 inches

• Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 58.1 inches / 57.2 inches

• Legroom (Front/Rear): 43.3 inches / 39.4 inches

• Maximum Passenger Volume: 111.6 cubic feet

• Maximum Cargo Volume: 74.2 cubic feet

2024 Ford Escape Active™ Interior Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: Five passengers

• Headroom (Front/Rear): 40 inches / 39.3 inches

• Shoulder Room (Front/Rear): 57.6 inches / 56 inches

• Legroom (Front/Rear): 42.4 inches / 40.7 inches

• Maximum Passenger Volume: 104 cubic feet

• Maximum Cargo Volume: 65.4 cubic feet

Take On Your Next Adventure in a New Subaru Forester From Subaru Lakeland!

Now that you've compared the Subaru Forester vs. Ford Escape on paper, it's time to experience them in person at Subaru Lakeland! Contact us online or at 863-359-7186 to set up a test drive of a new Subaru Forester, and our team will let you experience all the enhanced capability and space as you drive around Lakeland.