Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.9 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 177.7 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 69.7 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.2 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 3379 lb. | -156 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.9 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.7 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.6 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 54.1 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 50.7 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 34.4 in | -1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -18.1 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |