| Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
| Model | Subaru Solterra | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | Electric 215 hp 249 lb-ft |
Electric 143 hp 184 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 104.3 in | 7.9 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 171.6 in | 13 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 71.8 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 65.1 in | 57.7 in | 7.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 3624 lb. | 741 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | -12.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 55.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.7 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 33.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.5 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Subaru Solterra.
| 2012 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 | ||
| 2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |