Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@3800 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 98.0 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 181.0 in | 173.6 in | 7.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 66.8 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.0 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 2628 lb. | 474 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.7 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 50.6 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.1 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 49.0 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 49.2 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 31.2 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |