Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Volkswagen Beetle | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 100.0 in | -2 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 168.4 in | -8.3 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 71.2 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2742 lb. | 3104 lb. | -362 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 49.0 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 31.4 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.4 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
2015 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 |
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