Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Chevrolet Equinox | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 112.5 in | -14.5 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 188.8 in | -28.7 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 71.4 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 69.3 in | -11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2537 lb. | 3699 lb. | -1162 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.9 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.7 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 51.1 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.1 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 55.9 in | -6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 51.4 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 40.2 in | -9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -41.1 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |