Petrol
2008 Ford Escape FWD
The 2008 Ford Escape FWD is a SUV. It has a 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine producing 153 hp (114 kW), with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 9.5 seconds and top speed is 112 mph (180 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2008 FORD ESCAPE FWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 3, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Escape FWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2008 | Version / Trim | Ford 2008 Escape FWD |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Black, Silver Birch Metallic, Dark Shadow Grey Metallic, Dark Blue Pearl, Redfire Metallic, Vista Blue Metallic, Dark Toreador Red Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Engine | 2.3L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 2,300 cc |
| Power | 153 hp / 114 kW | Torque | 152 Nm / 112 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 9.5 sec | Top Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 20 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,624 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,550 kg (3,417 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SUVS
Compared with other 2008 SUVs in our database, its 153 hp is 37% less than the average 2008 SUV (243 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 0.8 seconds slower than average, and it is 16% lighter than the typical SUV.
| 2008 Ford Escape FWD | Average 2008 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 153 hp | 243 hp (66 cars) | -37% |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm (66 cars) | -44% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s | 8.7 s (69 cars) | +10% |
| Top speed | 112 mph | 114 mph (69 cars) | -2% |
| Kerb weight | 1,550 kg | 1,840 kg (79 cars) | -16% |
| Engine size | 2,300 cc | 3,418 cc (79 cars) | -33% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2008 SUVs with similar power to the 2008 Ford Escape FWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Ford Escape FWD | 153 hp | 9.5 s | 1,550 kg |
| 2008 Honda Element 2WD | 160 hp | 9.5 s | 1,560 kg |
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 2WD | 166 hp | 9.0 s | 1,500 kg |
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson 2WD | 140 hp | 9.5 s | 1,480 kg |
| 2008 Kia Sportage 2WD | 140 hp | 10.5 s | 1,490 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Roof Rails
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre