Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 101.5 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 173.5 in | 0.1 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 70.5 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.8 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3505 lb. | -722 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.5 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 54.7 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.7 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 35.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 41.5 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 32.5 in | -1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.8 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |