Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 103.9 in | -1 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 178.0 in | -3 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 69.7 in | -3 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 58.0 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2623 lb. | 3570 lb. | -947 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.2 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 53.7 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 54.1 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 50.7 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 34.4 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 44.2 ft3 | -30.4 ft3 |
2010 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |