Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-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. | 4291 lb. | -1333 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 41.7 in | -3.4 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 | 42.1 in | -8.9 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 | 39.6 in | -39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -48.3 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 | 145.7 ft3 | -100.9 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 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
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 |
2007 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |