Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 124.0 in | -19.7 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 204.1 in | -32.5 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 77.6 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 71.9 in | -14.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2958 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1054 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 41.9 in | -3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 63.7 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 65.6 in | -11.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 41.7 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 66.2 in | -12.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 67.4 in | -14.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 41.3 in | -8.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.6 in | -37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.0 in | -50 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.2 in | -41.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -49.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 87.7 ft3 | -63.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 148.7 ft3 | -103.9 ft3 |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |
2006 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |